Senator Lidia Thorpe has sparked controversy after suggesting she may be willing to 'burn down' Parliament House during a speech at a pro-Palestine rally in Melbourne. The demonstration, one of the largest in recent months, saw thousands gather to call for justice and support for Palestine, despite a tentative ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Thorpe criticized international leaders and cast doubt on the peace agreement, emphasizing the need for Palestinian self-determination. Police escorted protestors through the city as rallies continued nationwide.