SYDNEY: Anti-war protesters and police clashed exterior a defence exhibition within the Australian metropolis of Melbourne on Wednesday (Sep 11), with police utilizing tear fuel, rubber bullets and pepper spray on elements of the group.
Tons of of individuals gathered exterior the venue internet hosting the biennial Land Forces Worldwide Land Defence Exposition with many chanting pro-Palestine slogans by loudspeakers and waving Palestine flags, video confirmed.
Riot squad officers and mounted police have been seen attempting to comprise the protest inside barricades. Australian media reported it was the biggest police operation in Melbourne since 2000 when Australia’s second-largest metropolis hosted the World Financial Discussion board.
Victoria state police didn’t instantly reply to a request in search of remark.
Police detained protesters with handcuffs as dumpsters have been pushed in the direction of police traces, whereas some protesters yelled at delegates attending the convention, ABC Information mentioned.
