Australia has announced an additional aid package for civilians in Gaza, pledging 20 million Australian dollars in humanitarian assistance, primarily for women and children. This move follows a large protest in Sydney, where around 90,000 people demonstrated against Israeli military actions in Gaza, waving flags and calling attention to the humanitarian crisis. The latest commitment brings Australia's total aid to over 130 million dollars for civilians in Gaza and Lebanon since the conflict began. Australian leaders have criticized Israel's blockade of food deliveries and called for greater protection of innocent lives, while also acknowledging Israel's right to self-defense.