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flag Queensland proposes banning protest slogans like "river to the sea," with video surveillance and up to 2 years in prison.

flag Queensland police plan selective enforcement of a proposed protest slogan ban targeting phrases like “river to the sea” and “globalise the intifada,” using video evidence to identify individuals rather than mass arrests. flag The bill, introduced by Premier David Crisafulli’s government, would criminalize speech inciting hostility with up to two years in prison and expand warrantless stop-and-search powers. flag It also strengthens hate symbol bans and increases penalties for crimes near places of worship. flag Critics, including civil society groups, legal experts, and progressive Jewish voices, warn the law threatens free speech and disproportionately targets pro-Palestinian expression, risking community division. flag The bill faces parliamentary review on March 3 amid growing concerns over its impact on civil liberties and community trust.

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