Australian state bans pro-Palestinian phrases, raising free speech concerns

A new law in Queensland, Australia, bans the phrases “From the river to the sea” and “Globalize the intifada,” with penalties of up to two years in prison for their use. Premier David Crisafulli stated the legislation aims to combat antisemitism, but critics, including the Labor Party and the Islamic Council of Queensland, argue it infringes on free speech and misrepresents calls for Palestinian rights. The law follows a December attack in Bondi Beach and includes reforms to gun laws.

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