Australian PM shuts social media accounts amid parliamentary harassment wave

Australian Prime Minister has closed personal social media accounts following a surge in threats and harassment against parliamentarians, triggered by an attack on independent MP Helen Haines. The move signals a heightened security and safety crisis within Australian political life, with cross-party disclosures of threats indicating a systemic issue. The closure may impact public communication channels and set a precedent for other officials.

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