Australia's Parliament resumed for the first time since the Labor Party's historic majority win, but proceedings were overshadowed by large-scale pro-Palestinian protests both inside and outside Parliament House.
Demonstrators and some lawmakers demanded the government impose sanctions on Israel in response to its actions in Gaza, which Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described as 'completely indefensible.' The government joined over two dozen countries in condemning Israel's aid model and calling for an immediate end to the Gaza conflict. Security forces detained several protesters after disruptions, reflecting growing public outrage over the rising Palestinian death toll.
The events highlight increasing pressure on the Australian government to take a stronger stance against Israel amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
.Here are the top political news stories for today.
Be the first to reply to this general discussion.
Join in on more popular conversations.
