Australians protest Israeli president visit

Police in Sydney used pepper spray against pro-Palestine protesters opposing Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, leading to arrests and clashes. Thousands demonstrated in Sydney and Melbourne, demanding an end to Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territory. Activists criticized Herzog for alleged incitement of genocide against Palestinians, while authorities enforced new protest management laws. Herzog laid a wreath at the site of a recent mass shooting, calling for solidarity and respect during his Australian visit.

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