Australia's Parliament resumed with dramatic scenes as pro-Palestinian protests erupted both inside and outside the chamber, demanding sanctions against Israel over its actions in Gaza.
Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi staged a high-profile protest, resulting in her being sanctioned and barred from overseas parliamentary delegations. The government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, joined over two dozen countries in condemning Israel's conduct in Gaza, calling some actions 'completely indefensible.' Despite mounting public and political pressure, the government has so far stopped short of imposing direct sanctions on Israel.
The events highlight deep divisions within Australian politics and society over the Gaza conflict and Australia's foreign policy stance.
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