Washington's warning to Australia over Palestine
Sep 23, 2025 •
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in New York for the UN General Assembly, where Australia has formally recognised the State of Palestine – a step that more than 150 UN member states have now taken.
The move is part of what Australian calls "a co-ordinated international effort to build new momentum for a two-state solution".
But with no active peace process, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing to fight calls for Palestinian statehood, and the US attempting to scuttle the process – how much difference will recognition make?
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno on whether Australia and others can shift the positions of Washington and Israel.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Washington's warning to Australia over Palestine
1671 • Sep 23, 2025
Washington's warning to Australia over Palestine
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in New York for the UN General Assembly, where Australia has formally recognised the State of Palestine – a step that more than 150 UN member states have now taken.
The move is part of what Australian calls "a co-ordinated international effort to build new momentum for a two-state solution".
But with no active peace process, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing to fight calls for Palestinian statehood, and the US attempting to scuttle the process – how much difference will recognition make?
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno on whether Australia and others can shift the positions of Washington and Israel.
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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