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Political storm unleashed as government defends Gaza visa cancellations

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is defending government process after a number of Palestinians had their visas cancelled mid-flight as they were fleeing Gaza to reach family in Australia. The shock cancellations have left families stranded in Cairo, and raised concerns about whether other visa holders could face the same outcome if they try to travel to Australia.
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