Melbourne, Oct 19, 2026 (AFP) - Australian lawmaker hurt in car attack underwent surgery overnight: PM

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Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines underwent surgery overnight but remains in a critical condition after being struck deliberately by a car in an attack, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday. Political violence is rare in Australia, but law enforcement have documented a steady rise in threats and abuse directed towards the nation's elected officials in recent years. Prime Minister Albanese said the attack was a "test of our char......

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