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Published on 2024-11-27 22:00:29 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • The scrapping of Best Practice Industry Conditions in Queensland was enabled by the federal Labor government's action in August, placing the construction division of the CFMEU into administration.

The article from the World Socialist Web Site (WSWS) discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on the dire humanitarian situation and the international response. It reports that despite a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire, Israel has continued its military operations, leading to significant casualties and displacement among the Palestinian population. The piece highlights the failure of the United States to enforce the ceasefire, with the Biden administration providing military support to Israel while publicly advocating for humanitarian pauses. It also covers the mass protests in the US and globally against the violence, the increasing international condemnation of Israel's actions, and the broader implications for Middle Eastern politics, including the potential for wider regional conflict. The article critiques the lack of effective action from global powers and underscores the urgent need for a genuine ceasefire to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Read the Full World Socialist Web Site Article at [ https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/11/28/djmo-n28.html ]