A memorial service to remember fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of acts of terrorism was ambushed by pro-Palestine protesters on Monday night, with Police called in to manage the chaos.
Hundreds of pro-Palestine protesters converged on Monash University on Monday night, ambushing an Israel i Remembrance Day service as police responded in mass.
In the past, the day has been observed by some as a joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day Ceremony. Rival pro-Palestine and pro-Israel supporters clashed outside the event, with students from the University’s pro-Palestine encampment marching towards the hall. In a statement obtained by The Australian, the Monash for Palestine student group said it refused to “tolerate events that commemorate institutions and their forces that are complicit in the genocide, oppression and displacement of Palestinians”.
Monash University put out a statement ahead of the event, saying it was prepared for the expected safety issues. “There will be a highly visible security and police presence on campus to ensure public safety, with Monash Security working closely with Victoria Police and the event organisers.”
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