Australia’s Albanese says Israeli PM Netanyahu ‘in denial’ over suffering in Gaza
Australian PM reveals why he decided to recognise a Palestinian state
- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for being in "denial" about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- Australia announced its intention to recognise a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly, following other G20 members' openness to such recognition.
- This recognition is conditional on commitments from the Palestinian Authority, including no role for Hamas, demilitarisation of Gaza, and the holding of elections.
- Mr Netanyahu condemned Australia's decision as "shameful," while Israel's ambassador to Australia claimed it undermines Israel's security.
- Mr Albanese stated that Israel's reluctance to listen to its allies contributed to Australia's decision, arguing that a two-state solution offers the best hope to end the conflict.