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GAZA STRIP, PALESTINE, AUG 3 – Australia pledges an additional $20 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza, raising total support to over $130 million amid worsening famine and malnutrition, officials said.
- On Sunday, approximately 90,000 people peacefully marched across Sydney Harbour Bridge to demonstrate against Israel's military operations in Gaza.
- The protest occurred in response to heightened international alarm following the violent outbreak triggered by Hamas on October 7, 2023, which led to a conflict causing substantial civilian losses in Gaza.
- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed Israel's move to open humanitarian corridors and airdrop aid, while also criticizing food blockades as breaches of international law.
- Australia announced an additional $20 million aid package for women and children in Gaza, raising its total commitment since October 7 to over $130 million for Gaza and Lebanon.
- The mass protest and aid efforts intensified political debate on Australia's stance, underscoring calls for immediate humanitarian access, ceasefire, hostage release, and a two-state solution.
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Australia boosts Gaza aid after anti-Israel protest
Australia announces it will provide an additional $20M in aid to Gaza, citing urgent humanitarian needs. The announcement comes days after PM Albanese condemned Israel’s blockade and warned it risks losing international support.

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