Shamikh Badra
Shamikh Badra is a Palestinian Australian filmmaker and PhD student who, along with his brother Majed, recently reported experiencing a tirade of racist abuse on a Sydney train. The brothers were targeted due to Majed's keffiyeh, a symbol of Palestinian identity, after attending a rally for Palestine. Shamikh attempted to de-escalate the situation, emphasizing the right to feel safe and proud of one's identity amidst growing hostility.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 2 | 6.50 | 0.15% | +10% | 25,499,884 | 41,959 | $1,380,000 | 2,271$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,826 | $2,700,000 | 1,146$ |
| Totals | 3 | 93,385,895 | 70,785 | $4,080,000 | 3,417$ |
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Australia:
Shamikh Badra has been fighting for justice in Palestine alongside his friend Mohammed Saleh since they met at summer camp.
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Australia:
Shamikh Badra was allegedly assaulted on a Sydney train after attending a pro-Palestine rally.
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United Kingdom:
Shamikh Badra is a Palestinian Australian film-maker who reported a tirade of racist abuse on a Sydney train.
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