Australian PM Anthony Albanese Faces Protests Over Gaza Stance at Eid Celebrations

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was met with protests during his visit to Australia's largest mosque for Eid al-Fitr prayers. Demonstrators voiced their discontent over his stance on Israel's actions in Gaza. The incident highlighted tension within Australia's Muslim and Jewish communities regarding the government's position since the Gaza conflict began.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced vocal protests during a visit to Australia's largest mosque on Friday for Eid al-Fitr prayers. Attendees expressed anger over his perceived support of Israel amid its ongoing offensive in Gaza, after a Hamas attack in 2023, prompting a diplomatic dilemma for the government.

Video footage captured the moment protesters interrupted the event at Lakemba Mosque in Sydney, roughly 15 minutes after Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke arrived to partake in Ramadan's end celebrations. Protesters accused Albania and Burke of complicity in alleged war crimes.

Despite organizers' attempts to restore order by emphasizing the day's festivities, tensions remained high, culminating in security removing a vocal heckler. This follows recent protests against the government's invitation to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, after attacks on Sydney's Jewish community.

(With inputs from agencies.)