Anthony Albanese says protest at Melbourne hotel of Israeli hostages’ relatives is ‘beyond contempt’

Anthony Albanese told Parliament in Canberra he was ‘appalled’ at the actions of the pro-Palestinian protesters at the Melbourne hotel of relatives of Israelis held hostage in Gaza. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP

Anthony Albanese has condemned pro-Palestine protesters who demonstrated in a Melbourne hotel where relatives of Israeli hostages were staying, saying their actions were “beyond contempt”.

The prime minister, who met the family members earlier this week, joined other Australian political figures in denouncing the demonstration, telling parliament: “I’m appalled by the actions of these protesters and I condemn them.”