Palestine Protest Groups In Stoush

An anti-war group has declared “enough is enough” as factions emerge between two of the largest protest groups following the disastrous Land Forces weapons expo rallies.

Cracks have emerged between the Liberation Crew and the Sit-Intifada groups after a “premeditated verbal attack” was launched at one of groups hosting a rally.

The Liberation Crew – who perform peaceful protests – have accused fellow pro-Palestine group Sit-Intifada of hurling expletives at them before a demonstration on Spencer St during the week.

The peaceful protest, led by Hash Tayeh, reportedly involved a re-enactment of “the massacre at Al-Tabaeen school”, which was said to be confronting yet “powerful”.

The Liberation Crew said the woman was shouting “motherf….r! F… you” during the demonstration, which was extremely “traumatic” for the children taking part in the stunt.

“It was not just upsetting – it was deeply disrespectful to both our faith and our cause, and traumatic, especially for the children who have shown such courage in re-enacting these atrocities,” a statement read. “There is a way to disagree with your fellow activists that does not involve abuse, disrespect, or public humiliation.

“If you take issue with our presence or our methods, please take it up respectfully with the organisers rather than belittling and humiliating your fellow Palestinians in front of the police, the media and the world. I don’t know if you noticed, but The Australian, the Herald Sun and Channel 9 were right there.”

They claimed to have been targeted twice by the group but are now willing to call them out publicly.

“For the sake of the movement, we have kept our silence – twice now – choosing not to retaliate,” the statement continued.

“But enough is enough. Bullies must be called out for their actions. SitInDivision, shame on you for your actions last night and for your … bullying, intimidation and discrimination.”

The Liberation Crew were also reportedly unhappy with Sit-Intifada’s leader Ihab Al Azhari after his comments towards Victorian police .

He reportedly told police, who were blocking anti-war protesters at Spencer St, that he wished they experienced the same “suffering the children from Gaza see”.