Anthony Albanese on Israel

Anthony Albanese has positioned Australia to actively support the creation of a Palestinian State, with the intention of contributing to international momentum towards a two-state solution, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of hostages. This decision, announced in August 2025, comes as the Prime Minister notes the current Israeli government is extinguishing the prospect of a two-state outcome through actions like expanding settlements and opposing a Palestinian state. Australia has historically supported Israel’s existence since 1947, but the current stance emphasizes that the international community can no longer wait for negotiations between the parties alone to achieve the peace envisioned by the 1947 UN resolution.

His government's stance on broader regional security has involved calls for de-escalation following military actions, with the Prime Minister stating that the world desires an end to hostilities and the cessation of attacks spreading across the region. While publicly supporting the United States in preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, he also expressed concern over regional escalation. The government maintains that Hamas has no role in a future Palestinian state and that Israel is required to comply with its legal and ethical obligations regarding civilian protection and aid delivery in Gaza.