Chaos at major Sydney mosque as protesters shout ‘genocide supporter’ at Australian P
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Key Points:
- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke faced jeers and protests during their visit to Lakemba Mosque in Sydney for Eid al-Fitr, with some worshippers accusing them of supporting genocide due to the government's stance on Israel's war in Gaza.
- The disturbance included shouting, booing, and calls for the officials to leave, prompting intervention by a security guard and pleas from some attendees to maintain calm and respect the festive occasion.
- Despite the disruption, Albanese described the visit as "incredibly positive," noting that only a small number of people heckled among a large crowd and that members of the Muslim community helped manage the situation.
- The protest reflected broader tensions linked to the government's recent decision to
