Australia recognises Palestinian state, prompting furious reaction from Israel | ABC NEWS
Australia has become one of more than 150 countries to formally recognise Palestine as a sovereign state, a declaration matched by Canada and the United Kingdom ahead of a United Nations summit.
Anthony Albanese says the historic decision sends a signal from the world and builds momentum towards a two-state solution.
Israel has reacted with fury, saying the move rewards Hamas and terrorism.
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00:00 – Australia has formally recognised a Palestinian state
02:56 – Analysis from Global Affairs Editor Laura Tingle
03:57 – Middle East Correspondent Matthew Doran on Israel’s response
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