Protesters rally across Australian cities to demand end to Gaza genocide
Summary
Thousands of people in Australia rallied against what they call genocide in Gaza and are asking for sanctions against Israel. Recent tensions rose after Australia's Prime Minister decided to recognize a Palestinian state. The protests occurred in multiple cities, with varying reports on crowd sizes.Key Facts
- Thousands protested in Australia against actions in Gaza and called for sanctions on Israel.
- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recognized a Palestinian state in August.
- Protests happened in multiple cities, including Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.
- Organizers said 350,000 attended the protests; police reported only 10,000 in Brisbane.
- Protestors chanted “Free, free Palestine” during the rallies.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized Australia's decision to recognize a Palestinian state.
- Israel opposes the creation of a separate Palestinian state.
- The Israeli military campaign has faced international criticism, with over 62,000 reported Palestinian deaths.
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