Melbourne Islamic Group Loses Grant Over 'Social Cohesion' Concerns

The federal government cancelled a grant for a Melbourne Islamic community association after reports that the group was mourning the death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Officials cited "social cohesion concerns" as the reason for the decision.

The move follows growing scrutiny of community groups linked to foreign political figures, with authorities warning that such associations could undermine local cohesion and national security.