Indigenous representatives and community groups have warned that the Australian government’s “disturbing” use of troops to enforce lockdown rules in Sydney will “create greater fear and uncertainty” and may alienate residents.
Starting next week, at least 300 defense personnel are expected to patrol the streets after New South Wales police issued a formal request for help. The country’s biggest city, which houses one of its largest indigenous populations, is heading for a sixth week under Covid-19 lockdown.
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