Pro-Palestinian, Invasion Day Protestors Join Forces For Weekend of Rallies
The event comes as authorities grapple with ongoing social tensions stemming from antisemitism.
Palestinian men join in solidarity with Aboriginal people during the Invasion Day Rally in Melbourne, Australia on Jan. 26, 2024. Tamati Smith/Getty Images
Pro-Palestine activists and anti-Australia Day protestors will join forces to converge on Melbourne for an “Invasion Day” rally on Jan. 26.
In response, Victorian Police are planning a massive presence ahead of protests that could draw up to 30,000 people.
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Pro-Palestinian, Invasion Day Protestors Join Forces For Weekend of Rallies
Pro-Palestine activists and anti-Australia Day protestors will join forces to converge on Melbourne for an “Invasion Day” rally on Jan. 26.
In response, Victorian Police are planning a massive presence ahead of protests that could draw up to 30,000 people.
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