1 week ago SBS staff sworn off naming Palestine despite federal recognition

SBS staff remain unable to use the word Palestine in news reporting despite federal recognition of the state last month as tensions over reporting on the conflict in Gaza remain high.

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3 w. ago We may not be the US, but Australia has real leverage in the Middle East

Though many would like more action, Australia’s formal recognition of a Palestinian statehood marks a starting point. But two key issues still need to be addressed.

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3 w. ago Recognition of the State of Palestine comes up against reality

Now that Anthony Albanese has made clear Australia’s position, the momentum must not stall. Words mean nothing if not followed by action.

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3 w. ago ‘We would reverse it’: Ley writes back to Republicans over recognition of Palestine

Sussan Ley’s unorthodox move to make clear her rejection of Australian foreign policy came after congressional Republicans wrote to Albanese threatening “punitive measures”.

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4 w. ago As it happened: Australian recognition of Palestine met with mixed reaction; Trump addresses crowd of thousands at Kirk memorial

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4 w. ago Australia news LIVE: Australian recognition of Palestine met with mixed reaction; Trump addresses crowd of thousands at Kirk memorial

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4 w. ago Australia news LIVE: Australian recognition of Palestine comes into effect; Trump arrives in Arizona for Kirk memorial

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4 w. ago Australia officially recognises Palestine, shrugging off Trump complaints

Australia’s recognition of Palestine has taken formal effect alongside the UK and Canada, as world leaders try to breathe new life into the two-state solution.

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