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Protest Against Police Brutality Ends in Surry Hills Standoff

2/11/2026

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Palestine Group Protests

On February 10, 2026, a protest outside Surry Hills police station ended in a standoff.
The Palestine Action Group organized the protest to address police brutality after a demonstration against Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
The main crowd of over a thousand dispersed peacefully, while a smaller group confronted officers.
An 18-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shining a torch at officers and charged with assault and possession of a knife.

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Melbourne Protests Turn Violent

A protest in Melbourne against Israeli President Isaac Herzog on February 9, 2026 drew 5,000 people and turned violent, with a man attacking police and a woman arrested for burning flags.
Demonstrators accused Herzog of responsibility for Gazans' deaths in the conflict.
Tensions rose as some chanted controversial phrases, prompting warnings about new hate speech laws.
Australian Federal MP Tim Wilson condemned the chants, linking them to human rights violations.

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Palestine Group Protests

On February 10, 2026, a protest outside Surry Hills police station ended in a standoff.
The Palestine Action Group organized the protest to address police brutality after a demonstration against Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
The main crowd of over a thousand dispersed peacefully, while a smaller group confronted officers.
An 18-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shining a torch at officers and charged with assault and possession of a knife.

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