The new regulations are designed to leave unaffected those already in Australia who have close family ties to an Australian citizen or resident, as well as individuals holding temporary protection, refugee, or humanitarian visas.

David Shoebridge, the Greens’ spokesperson on immigration, criticized what he called the “hypocrisy” of the situation, describing it as “hard to stomach.”

“On the same day that Labor celebrated granting asylum to a few courageous Iranian football players, they are attempting to shut the door on other Iranians seeking similar protection,” Shoebridge remarked.

Greens leader Senator Larissa Waters expressed even stronger disapproval, labeling the government’s actions as “morally bankrupt.”

“Labor supported this unlawful conflict, endorsed the bombing of civilians, and is now barring entry to those very civilians seeking refuge,” she stated.

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