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Independent senator Lidia Thorpe faces backlash after disrupting King Charles' welcome ceremony, asserting her allegiance lies with her people. Despite criticism, she remains defiant, emphasizing the need for justice for First Nations people amid ongoing discussions about her oath of allegiance.
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Israel's parliament has passed legislation banning the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its territory, threatening vital humanitarian aid to millions of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The laws, which take effect in three months, have drawn widespread international condemnation and could exacerbate the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
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On October 29, 2024, Israel's Knesset passed legislation banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its territory. This decision, which has drawn international condemnation, threatens humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza and the West Bank amid ongoing conflict.
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Following Donald Trump's election victory, global leaders, including Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have expressed their congratulations. Concerns arise regarding the future of US support for Ukraine amid Trump's past comments on the conflict.
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Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy media mogul, is testifying in his collusion trial in Hong Kong, where he faces life imprisonment under the national security law. His case is emblematic of the crackdown on dissent in the city, following the 2019 protests. Lai's health and treatment in prison have raised international concerns.
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Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe was censured by the Australian Senate for her disruptive protest against King Charles during his visit. The motion passed 46-12, with Thorpe vowing to continue her activism against colonialism. The censure is largely symbolic and reflects ongoing tensions regarding Indigenous rights in Australia.