In the 18th consecutive week of rallies in Melbourne, more than 10,000 people turned out to demand a permanent ceasefire, and a lifting of the siege, in Gaza.
This week's rally takes place amidst a major escalation of violence in Rafah, on the southern end of the Gaza Strip.
More than 1.5 million people who have been forced to flee from the northern portions of the Gaza Strip amidst the destruction, are currently sheltering in Rafah, the last purported 'safe zone' in the Gaza Strip. It's currently one of the most densely populated areas on earth.
The state of Israel has commenced bombing this area - inflicting more destruction and mass civilian casualties ahead of an anticipated ground invasion.
Thousands continue to turn out to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Photo: Matt Hrkac
Thousands, young and old, continue to turn out to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Photo: Matt Hrkac
Batman cosplay at the Palestine rally in Melbourne. Photo: Matt Hrkac
Hash Tayeh, Burgertory CEO, leading chants at the Palestine rally in Melbourne. Photo: Matt Hrkac
The rally as it moves down Swanston St. Photo: Matt Hrkac
The rally on the Flinders Street Station intersection. Photo: Matt Hrkac
The rally on the Flinders Street Station intersection. Photo: Matt Hrkac
Drummers leading chants at the Palestine rally in Melbourne. Photo: Matt Hrkac
Drummers leading chants at the Palestine rally in Melbourne. Photo: Matt Hrkac
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