Palestinian visas: Peter Dutton cleans up 'captain's call' over Gaza ban

The Coalition has scrambled to clarify Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s demand that all Gazans should be blocked from entering Australia, saying that it should be in place until more stringent security checks are imposed.

Mr Dutton denied he made a “captain’s call” by failing to consult shadow cabinet over the need for a blanket ban, saying it had been discussed by national security portfolio holders.

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