Australian Greens divided over military aid to Ukraine
Party members clash on support for weapons shipments as Labor announces funding for charities.
At a glance
- Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young backs military aid to Ukraine despite party position
- New Greens leader David Shoebridge prioritises de-escalation and humanitarian support
- Australia is supplying tanks, weapons, infantry and ammunition to Ukraine
- Labor government announces charity funding and gender pay gap initiatives
Australian Greens politicians have expressed conflicting positions on military assistance to Ukraine. Sarah Hanson-Young said she supports providing Kyiv with military aid if needed, contradicting newly elected party leader David Shoebridge, who emphasised the party's preference for de-escalation and humanitarian and diplomatic support.
The disagreement emerged as Australia continues sending tanks, weapons, infantry and ammunition to Ukraine. Separately, the Labor government announced a funding boost for charities and discussed efforts to address the gender pay gap.
Why it matters
The Greens' internal division reflects broader debate over military support for Ukraine, while Australia balances defence commitments with diplomatic considerations.
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