Anthony Albanese's long held hopes for Palestinian statehood
Aug 1, 2025 •
Anthony Albanese has been waiting decades to recognise a Palestinian state.
Now, as countries like France, Canada and the UK all declare their own intention to do so, the Prime Minister is weighing up how Australia will respond.
It’s a delicate balance – with competing pressures from within his own party, and an opposition denying there’s a starvation crisis in Gaza.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno on the growing political momentum behind the case for statehood and the private phone calls shaping Albanese’s plans.
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Anthony Albanese's long held hopes for Palestinian statehood
1628 • Aug 1, 2025
Anthony Albanese's long held hopes for Palestinian statehood
Anthony Albanese has been waiting decades to recognise a Palestinian state.
Now, as countries like France, Canada and the UK all declare their own intention to do so, the Prime Minister is weighing up how Australia will respond.
It’s a delicate balance – with competing pressures from within his own party, and an opposition denying there’s a starvation crisis in Gaza.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno on the growing political momentum behind the case for statehood and the private phone calls shaping Albanese’s plans.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno
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