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In a bold move at Labor’s national conference, MP Ed Husic pushed a divisive proposal using the term “apartheid” and calling for tighter rules on dual nationals in the Israeli military — a stance that shocked colleagues and triggered a government-backed effort to shut it down. Fearing it would undermine foreign policy control, ministers worked behind the scenes to block the debate, while Husic, surprised by the resistance, stood by his democratic belief in open dialogue. A key union initially expected to back his resolution ultimately withdrew support — fueling speculation of pressure or lack of backing. Amid a tightly controlled conference focused on unity, Husic held a defiant press conference alongside MPs backing the government’s Gaza stance, signaling he won’t be silenced despite being sidelined. The Prime Minister, meanwhile, framed the event as a historic moment of party cohesion — a message of stability as the government navigates a fraught international landscape.

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