Palestine Action Group

The Palestine Action Group is a pro-Palestinian organization active in Australia. They recently organized protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to the country, citing his role and Israel's actions in Gaza. These protests aimed to draw attention to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and express opposition to Herzog's presence. The group gained prominence due to their defiance of government restrictions on rallies during Herzog's visit. They launched a legal challenge against sweeping police powers implemented for the duration of the visit, arguing against the limitations on public assembly. Despite losing the legal challenge, the group proceeded with protests, leading to clashes with police, arrests, and allegations of police misconduct, which are now under investigation. Their actions highlight the strong feelings and diverse opinions within the Australian community regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.