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Australia's $20M Missile Deal Raises Human Rights Concerns

10/25/2025

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Australia signed a $20 million missile purchase from Elbit Systems on September 1.
The deal follows a UN inquiry accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.
Legal experts say Australia may legally buy arms from Israel, but the deal violates obligations under genocide convention.
Critics including Lara Khider, Dr. Juliette McIntyre, and human rights expert Chris Sidoti say dealings with Elbit violate international law and harm Australia’s credibility on human rights.

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Australia signed a $20 million missile purchase from Elbit Systems on September 1.
The deal follows a UN inquiry accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.
Legal experts say Australia may legally buy arms from Israel, but the deal violates obligations under genocide convention.
Critics including Lara Khider, Dr. Juliette McIntyre, and human rights expert Chris Sidoti say dealings with Elbit violate international law and harm Australia’s credibility on human rights.