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Greens’ Shoebridge Opposes Ukraine Military Aid, Sets UN Condition

By Drooid · Oct 13, 2026, 12:14 PM UTC · How we work

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Greens leader David Shoebridge said the party opposes military aid to Ukraine, insisting on a peace-only policy.
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young broke ranks by publicly supporting the provision of military aid to Ukraine.
Shoebridge added Greens would back aid only if a UN Security Council resolution passes, noting Russia’s veto power.
Parliamentary records show Greens supported a Senate motion backing Ukraine aid after Russia’s 2022 invasion.

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Greens leader David Shoebridge said the party opposes military aid to Ukraine, insisting on a peace-only policy.
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young broke ranks by publicly supporting the provision of military aid to Ukraine.
Shoebridge added Greens would back aid only if a UN Security Council resolution passes, noting Russia’s veto power.
Parliamentary records show Greens supported a Senate motion backing Ukraine aid after Russia’s 2022 invasion.