One step forward two steps back – Peter
By recognising a Palestinian state, the Albanese government has aligned itself with a two-state vision that no longer reflects the facts on the ground – nor does it offer Palestinians any real hope for justice, sovereignty, or survival.
Critics have already pointed out the obvious – that such a declaration holds little value without tangible action to stop Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
As the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network said in its statement yesterday, “Recognition is completely meaningless while Australia continues to arm, trade with, diplomatically protect and encourage other states to normalise relations with the very state perpetrating these atrocities, and with Israeli leaders wanted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes”.
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