Australia’s Parliament reopened amid large-scale pro-Palestinian protests both inside and outside Parliament House, with demonstrators and some lawmakers demanding the government impose sanctions on Israel over its actions in Gaza.
The protests disrupted formal proceedings, including a 19-gun salute and the Governor-General’s address, and saw several activists detained. The Albanese government, alongside over two dozen allies, issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s conduct in Gaza, calling for an immediate end to the conflict and criticizing the deaths of Palestinians seeking aid. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described some Israeli actions as 'completely indefensible,' reflecting growing public outrage and pressure for tougher government action.
The events highlight a significant shift in Australia’s political discourse on the Israel-Gaza conflict, with increasing demands for accountability and humanitarian intervention.
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