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flag Australia tightens speech laws post-Bondi Beach attack, targeting online hate but sparking free speech concerns.

flag Australia's leaders are reinforcing strict speech laws after a Bondi Beach terrorist attack, citing the need to protect multiculturalism and prevent hate. flag Premier Chris Minns stated that unlike the U.S., Australia cannot afford unfettered free speech, arguing such limits prevent racist abuse and maintain social cohesion. flag New Victorian legislation will require social media platforms to reveal anonymous users accused of spreading vilifying content, targeting online hate, especially anti-Semitism. flag Critics say the focus on anonymous speech and gun laws overlooks broader threats from radical Islamist extremism, while government officials continue emphasizing right-wing threats despite intelligence on Islamist plots. flag The moves have raised concerns over expanding surveillance and restricting free expression, with some warning the approach silences necessary discourse on security and integration.

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