Australia: Albanese Condemns Vandalism at US Consulate

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JUN 2024

Above: Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese during post budget media interviews at Parliament House on May 15, 2024 in Canberra, Australia. Image copyright: Tracey Nearmy/Stringer/Getty Images News via Getty Images

story last updated JAN 31

The Spin

Narrative A

The conflict in Gaza is complex, and emotions are running high for people on both sides. Vandalism and crimes, however, do nothing to contribute to the causes of either side. Respectful political debate must take precedence over reprehensible and pointless acts.

Timesofisrael

Narrative B

Australians must stand up against the hypocrisy and inaction of their government. By continuing to support serial offenders of human rights abuses, Canberra is compromising its morals and contributing to the murders of innocent civilians.

World Socialist Web Site