Queensland moves to ban pro-Palestine slogan ‘from the river to the sea’ under sweeping new hate speech laws

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Benita KolovosFebruary 8, 2026 at 06:43 AM

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Queensland is poised to become the first Australian state to ban the pro-Palestine slogan "from the river to the sea" under new hate speech laws. Premier David Crisafulli announced the proposed reforms on Sunday, with the legislation expected to be introduced to parliament on Tuesday. The laws include potential prison sentences of up to two years for distributing, displaying, or reciting prohibited phrases with the intent to harass or offend. The government stated the reforms are a direct response to the recent Bondi terror attack during a Hanukkah celebration. The new laws aim to address hate speech and promote community safety.

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