Who are the grassroots Muslim groups with an eye on Labor seats?

The announcement of Muslim-focused political groups has drawn criticism from major-party politicians, who say Australia’s political system should avoid sectarianism. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian

The Albanese government’s response to the conflict in Gaza will come under fire when self-described “grassroots” campaigns target dissatisfied voters in numerous key electorates at the next federal election.

Senator Fatima Payman’s dramatic exit from Labor to the crossbench last week over disagreement on when and how to recognise Palestinian statehood has sparked fresh debate about the electoral impact of the issue.