By Ahmed Amin
Under pouring rain, around 90,000 people marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia on Sunday in a massive pro-Palestinian demonstration, demanding an end to the genocide in Gaza and the Israeli blockade. Many carried pots and pans—symbols of Gaza’s hunger—and flags in the colors of Palestine.
Notably, the March for Humanity—organised by the Palestine Action Group—was only approved a day before the event, following the NSW Supreme Court’s overturning of a police ban. Authorities had cited safety and traffic concerns, but the court ruled that organisers had made a compelling case for urgent humanitarian action, and found no evidence that prohibiting the march would enhance public safety.
Although police intervened two hours in, citing safety concerns, the protest carried on — with families, children, activists, and public figures all raising their voices for the same cause: an end to the genocide.
The event took place amid increasing pressure on Australia to recognise Palestinian statehood. While other Western nations signal readiness to act, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held back, saying any recognition must come with guarantees for Israeli security.
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