Inquiry hears Sydney rally against Israeli president was largely peaceful

An inquiry into a February demonstration against Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Sydney Town Hall opened on Monday. The Guardian reported that the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission is examining the event following allegations of police brutality. [1]

The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission heard evidence that demonstrators at the Sydney rally were largely peaceful. According to the Guardian, the commission stated that there is limited evidence of physical violence caused by the protesters. [1]

The inquiry is examining specific actions taken by police officers during the demonstration. The Guardian reported that issues under review include the use of OC spray and police boas by officers against the crowd. [1]

Isaac Herzog has served as the president of Israel since 2021 and was born in Israel in 1960. As FTMQ News reported earlier, Herzog previously met with international leaders in Azerbaijan to discuss regional affairs. [3][6][7]