Australian War Memorial sprayed with pro-Palestine graffiti
SUMMARY
Police in Canberra are investigating after a man vandalized three sections of the Australian War Memorial with pro-Palestine graffiti around 1 am on Friday. The incident, captured on CCTV, showed the suspect wearing a black jumper, face covering, and khaki pants with dark knee patches. Acting Inspector Lisa Broomhall condemned the act of criminal damage at such a significant national institution, emphasizing that while peaceful protest is acceptable, criminal acts will not be tolerated. This incident follows similar actions at other monuments across Australia amid heightened tensions surrounding the conflict in Gaza.