13 h. ago Albanese’s Palestinian recognition shows the world is now waiting on Trump

The US ambassador to Israel says there is “disappointment and disgust” at Australia’s decision. But for Israelis and Palestinians, it is the US the world is watching.

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3 d. ago Albanese faces backlash after Hamas praises PM’s ‘courage’ on Palestinian recognition

Anthony Albanese said Hamas would be “totally opposed” to Australia’s recognition of Palestine. But the listed terrorist group says it is delighted by the move.

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3 d. ago Hamas praises Albanese’s ‘courage’, claims credit for Palestinian recognition

Anthony Albanese said Hamas would be “totally opposed” to Australia’s recognition of Palestine. But the listed terror group says it is delighted by the move.

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4 d. ago The 11 days that made Albanese and Labor change their path on Palestinian recognition

Two weeks ago, the prime minister was unequivocal: there was no move afoot for the Australian government to recognise a Palestinian state. On Thursday, he picked up the phone.

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5 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Albanese announces plan for recognition of Palestinian state; Jewish, Palestinian groups, Opposition all react, saying they’re unimpressed; Netanyahu slams Australia

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5 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Albanese announces plan for recognition of Palestinian state; Netanyahu slams Australia

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8 d. ago Australia could recognise Palestinian state within weeks, won’t wait for Trump

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is considering recognising a Palestinian before a major United Nations summit in September.

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