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Pro-Palestine Protesters Challenge Queensland's Ban on Controversial Slogan

27 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

A group of pro-Palestine protesters has initiated a high court challenge against a Queensland law that prohibits the slogan 'from the river to the sea'. They argue that this ban constitutes a discriminatory and unconstitutional restriction on free speech.
The law, which also bans the phrase 'globalise the intifada', was enacted by the state's Liberal National party government following a terrorist attack in Bondi last December.
The Queensland law was introduced in a politically charged environment following a terrorist attack, reflecting a trend where governments may enact restrictive measures in the name of public safety. This case could serve as a litmus test for the limits of free speech in Australia, especially regarding controversial…
This legal challenge raises significant questions about the balance between national security and free expression. The protesters' argument highlights the potential for laws to disproportionately target specific political movements, which could set a concerning precedent for future legislation.

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