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Australian PM Heckled at Sydney Mosque, Forced to Make Back-Door Exit
Political Protest Disrupts Mosque Visit
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced an unexpected experience while attending morning prayers at a mosque in Sydney to mark the end of Ramzan. The Prime Minister encountered strong opposition from worshippers regarding the government's stance on the wars in Gaza and Lebanon. The religious gathering quickly transformed into a political revolt, with some attendees yelling accusations of 'genocide supporters' and demanding that the Prime Minister leave the area. Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil was also present with the Prime Minister at the mosque.
Escalation of Protests and Forced Exit
As the protest intensified, physical altercations broke out among some attendees. Mosque officials pleaded for calm and respect for the sanctity of the place, but the yelling and screaming only escalated. Ultimately, the Prime Minister had to be rushed out through a back-door exit with the help of security personnel. This incident highlights heightened dissatisfaction with the government's foreign policy, especially following an event in February where police forcibly removed Muslims praying during a protest against the Israeli President at Sydney's Town Hall.
*Source: YouTube: WION (2026-03-20)*
