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Protests Erupt at Maritime Expo Amid Global Tensions

11/8/2025

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Protests outside the Indo-Pacific International Maritime Exposition in Sydney condemned the arms conference and led to clashes between police and demonstrators, with injuries on both sides.
Inside the expo, Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles described it as an opportunity to showcase military capabilities, while Elbit Systems and Lockheed Martin are present.
The protests reflect a sharp divide in views as the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza loom large.

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Protests outside the Indo-Pacific International Maritime Exposition in Sydney condemned the arms conference and led to clashes between police and demonstrators, with injuries on both sides.
Inside the expo, Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles described it as an opportunity to showcase military capabilities, while Elbit Systems and Lockheed Martin are present.
The protests reflect a sharp divide in views as the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza loom large.