NSW Premier Chris Minns says police will pursue charges if they find anyone at the pro-Palestinian protest committed a criminal act, as authorities work to confirm the safety of thousands of Australians in Israel.
NSW Police are investigating the pro-Palestinian protest held outside the Sydney Opera House on Monday, after footage emerged of a small group appearing to chant anti-Semitic slogans at the demonstration. The rally, organised by the Palestine Action Group Sydney, demanded Australia cut ties with Israel and urged supporters to "protest in solidarity with Palestine".
“This behaviour was not only vulgar, but completely selfish." It comes as authorities scramble to confirm the safety of more than 10,000 Australians in Israel as the war between Israel and Palestine escalates . The Australian newspaper reported on Tuesday the daughter-in-law of an Australian man had been captured by Hamas militants. Comment was being sought from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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