‘No Hamas role’: Australian PM announces plan to recognise Palestine at UN amid Gaza crisis

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that Australia will formally recognise Palestine, joining France, Britain, and Canada in this diplomatic move. The decision follows internal pressure amid growing concerns over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and criticism of Israel’s planned military offensive. Albanese said recognition will be formalised at the UN General Assembly in September, based on commitments from the Palestinian Authority, including no Hamas role, Gaza demilitarisation, and elections.