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Melbourne Islamic Group Loses Grant Over Khamenei Mourning Claims

The Australian federal government cancelled a grant to a Melbourne Islamic community association after allegations it was mourning Iran's supreme leader, citing social cohesion concerns.

The federal government has revoked a grant awarded to a Melbourne Islamic community association after reports surfaced that the group was mourning the death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The decision was justified on the grounds of "social cohesion concerns", with officials warning that the association's activities could undermine community harmony.