Police approve pro-Palestine march for 10,000 turnout
Organisers of a pro-Palestine march in Sydney expect it to be the city's biggest protest since the Hamas-Israel conflict escalated this month.
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‘On the side of humanity’: Palestinian supporters march
Thousands of people have attended a pro-Palestine rally in Sydney urging the federal government to push for an immediate ceasefire on Gaza.
Almost 100 people land in Dubai from Israel
Australians have landed in Dubai after another government assisted flight left Israel, as the government continues to help get people out.
Government united in Middle East conflict stance: PM
The prime minister has confirmed he won't be visiting Israel during his time overseas after Joe Biden and Rushi Sunak rushed to the Middle East this week.
No rallies for man accused of anti-Semitic threats
A Sydney man has been bailed for allegedly threatening four Jewish teens amid ongoing tensions after Hamas attacks on Israelis.
Australians march for Palestine as tensions mount
Australians have gathered in support of Palestine as authorities in NSW defend the decision to use "extraordinary powers" for more planned protests.
Pro-Palestine rallies to be staged around Australia
Several marches for Palestine are planned around Australia, with NSW authorities flagging the use of "extraordinary powers".
Police ready for pro-Palestine rallies around Australia
More than 100 police have descended on Sydney's Hyde Park ahead of rallies for Palestine across Australia.
Police monitor pro-Palestine rallies around Australia
Security is tight with more than 100 police on duty at Sydney's Hyde Park as rallies calling for an end to the Gaza blockade get under way across Australia.
Crowds flock to Sydney, Melbourne pro-Palestine rallies
Thousands of protesters have rallied peacefully in Sydney and Melbourne, calling for an end to Israel's blockade on Gaza, amid a heavy police presence.
‘No’ voters rally to voice their referendum opposition
People voting against the proposed Indigenous voice are rallying in major cities, arguing the referendum has divided Australia.
PM to seek cross-party consensus if ‘yes’ vote wins
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a joint committee will oversee legislation to implement a voice to parliament if the referendum passes.
Nationwide rallies decry decade-long offshore detention
Australians opposed to offshore detention are demonstrating around the country, urging the government to end the punitive policy after 10 years in operation
NSW premier seeks to ban livestreamed climate protests
NSW Premier Chris Minns will meet with Facebook in an attempt to block climate activists from livestreaming illegal protests he says put lives at risk.
Traffic chaos as climate protesters take it up a level
Brisbane traffic has been thrown into chaos as climate activists take their protests to the street, with the public warned to brace for rolling national action.
Thousands rally to denounce $715m Hobart AFL stadium
The under-fire Tasmanian premier has been told to stick plans for a AFL stadium up his rear end as thousands voiced opposition to the controversial project.
Police call for calm amid vigilante activity in Qld
Central Queensland authorities have warned residents against taking policing into their own hands, after two vigilantes were charged with trespass offences.
Macron under pressure to find way out of pension crisis
French President Emmanuel Macron is under pressure to find a way out of the pension reform crisis as hundreds of thousands join a ninth day of protests.
France delays King’s visit amid massive demonstrations
President Emmanuel Macron's pension plan and calls for a new round of demonstrations next week have persuaded officials to postpone a visit by King Charles III.
Neo-Nazi crackdown on the cards after Melbourne clash
A ban on the Nazi salute has been floated after white supremacists performed the gesture during a clash with transgender rights activists.
Vic Liberal MP to fight expulsion, condemns neo-Nazis
Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming has condemned neo-Nazis who attended an anti-trans rally and will contest a motion to boot her from the parliamentary party.
Brazil removes governor over protests
Brazil's new president has accused Brasilia's governor, a former Bolsonaro ally who oversees the local police force, of doing nothing to stop protesters.
Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazil Congress
In scenes reminiscent of Washing DC on January 6, 2021, about 3000 supporters of Brazil's own ousted far right leader stormed Congress and the Supreme Court.
Bolsonaro fanatics storm Brazil’s capital
In scenes reminiscent of Washington DC in 2021, about 3000 supporters of Brazil's own ousted far right leader have stormed Congress and the Supreme Court.
Push for national protest protection laws
As state laws crack down on environmental protesters, the Greens will push for federal protections to override "unfair" laws.
Riot panel recommends Trump face charges
After an 18-month probe, the panel investigating the US Capitol riot has recommended charging former president Donald Trump with insurrection and obstruction.
Throw book at climate activists: Perrottet
Activists who cause disruption should should have the book thrown at them, NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet says, as a young woman's sentencing sparks protests.
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Climate protesters interrupt Qld premier
Ten Extinction Rebellion protesters have been kicked out of Queensland parliament after launching a protest while the premier was speaking about energy.
COVID protests grow in China’s Guangzhou
Protesters' clashes with police in Guangzhou have marked an escalation in rallies against China's strict COVID-19 rules.
China authorities seek COVID-19 protesters
Simmering discontent with stringent COVID-19 prevention policies three years into the pandemic have ignited into broader protests in cities across China.
Iranian general acknowledges deaths
An Iranian general has acknowledged that hundreds of people have died during a state crackdown on nationwide protests about the death of a woman in custody.