Israeli-Palestinian conflict: Is there a light at the end of the tunnel?

People in Australia have turned out in huge numbers for nationwide protests against Israel's military actions and restrictions on aid into Gaza. The marches in more than 40 locations nationally were backed over 250 community organisations, including unions and prominent public figures.

Protesters participate in pro-Palestinian rally in Brisbane, Sunday, August 24, 2025 (AAP). Source: AAP / JASON O'BRIEN/AAPIMAGE

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Israeli-Palestinian conflict: Is there a light at the end of the tunnel?

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This comes days after a famine was declared in Gaza City, where Israel is preparing to intensify its military offensive. What can Australia or Indonesia do to help the people of Gaza or Palestine to end the war with Israel and achieve peace in the Middle East?

Professor Vedi Hadiz, Professor at the Asia Institute at the University of Melbourne, discussed this issue with SBS Indonesian.

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