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Is Australia going to recognize Palestine?

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Australia is preparing to recognize Palestine, with government leaders indicating it is a matter of urgency. The announcement is expected ahead of the UN General Assembly in September, though immediate recognition is not planned. The Labor Party and public opinion largely support recognition, but there are concerns within the Jewish community and some political opposition.

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Australia set to recognise Palestine 'as a matter of urgency'

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  • Foreign Minister Penny Wong says recognising Palestine is urgent to prevent its disappearance.
  • Countries like Britain, Canada, and France have moved towards recognition, with conditions. 12s
  • Australia is coordinating with other nations ahead of a key UN General Assembly meeting. 24s
  • Australia's Jewish community expresses concern that recognition could increase hostility. 58s
  • The Israeli cabinet is set to discuss further control of Gaza, raising humanitarian concerns. 1m 44s
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Australia set to recognise Palestine 'as a matter of urgency'
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10 News First
3 hours ago
Australia set to recognise Palestine 'as a matter of urgency'

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says recognizing a state of Palestine is now urgent, warning there may be no Palestine left to recognize if the world does not act.

Australia set to recognise Palestine 'as a matter of urgency'
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10 News First
3 hours ago
Australia set to recognise Palestine 'as a matter of urgency'

Prime Minister Albanese says Australia is not about to imminently recognize Palestine, but there has been a shift and discussions with Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas have occurred.

Mass Gaza solidarity rally shuts Sydney Harbour Bridge
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Al Jazeera
2 days ago
Mass Gaza solidarity rally shuts Sydney Harbour Bridge

The Federal Government will announce its recognition for Palestinian statehood ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in September.

Analysis: Australia now strongly opposes Israel’s war on Gaza
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Al Jazeera
2 days ago
Analysis: Australia now strongly opposes Israel’s war on Gaza

Prime Minister Albanese says it's not a matter of if but when the federal government will announce support for recognition of Palestinian statehood, expected before the UN General Assembly in September.

Analysis: Australia now strongly opposes Israel’s war on Gaza
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Al Jazeera
2 days ago
Analysis: Australia now strongly opposes Israel’s war on Gaza

Prime Minister Albanese has started discussions around Australia recognizing a Palestinian state, with overwhelming support within the Labor Party and public.

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