Man charged in Melbourne for displaying Hezbollah flag during Gaza protest, under new anti-terror laws.

A 36-year-old man from Melbourne has been charged for displaying a banned Hezbollah flag during a protest on September 29, which was part of a national day of action for Gaza. The incident occurred under new Australian laws that prohibit the public display of symbols used by banned terrorist organizations, including Hezbollah. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) are investigating 13 more individuals for similar offenses. The man faces one charge and will appear in court on March 6, 2025.

December 13, 2024
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