Palestinian rallies and pro-Israel demonstrations to be held across Australia
Key Points
- A demonstration in support of Israel is being held in Sydney’s Martin Place.
- Pro Palestinian rallies will be held in Sydney.
- Further events will be held in Melbourne.
Balloons and shoes represented hostages taken by Hamas at an event in Sydney. Thousands more are expected to rally in support of a free Palestine as the events continue to draw larger and larger crowds.
Pointing to Palestinian support rallies from earlier this month where some people who gathered chanted offensive slogans, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton warned similar scenes on Sunday could damage Australia’s international reputation.
People attend a demonstration to show solidarity with Israel in Sydney. Source: AAP / Brent Lewin/AAPIMAGE
“Nobody wants to see a loss of life in the Middle East or anywhere else, nobody will tolerate discrimination against any Australian regardless of their religious faith or their background,” he told Sky News.
Thousands of Australians have joined protests in support of Palestinians being bombarded by Israel. A similar event will take place outside the State Library in Melbourne.
People participate in a Pro-Palestine demonstration in Sydney on 21 October. Source: AAP / Brent Lewin/AAPIMAGE
Thousands of Australians have joined protests in support of Palestinians after Israeli forces bombarded the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip after a bloody incursion on October 7 left around 1,400 Israelis dead.
Civilians in Gaza have no power, water is scarce and the dwindling fuel sources used for emergency generators are running out.
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/empty-prams-fill-sydney-strip-in-support-of-israel-with-pro-palestinian-rallies-to-be-held/x4nbrzjc0 Palestinian rallies and pro-Israel demonstrations to be held across Australia
