Full Story Newsroom edition: Netanyahu attacks the Albanese government
Aug 21, 2025
Lenore Taylor, Editor at The Guardian, dives into the escalating diplomatic feud between Australia and Israel, sparked by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's support for recognizing a Palestinian state. Netanyahu's harsh remarks branding Albanese as a 'weak leader' are dissected amidst discussions on the implications for Jewish communities in Australia. The conversation also touches on broader international relations, the human rights consequences of these tensions, and the shifting dynamics influencing global alliances today.
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Calm Diplomacy Amid Escalation
- Anthony Albanese has used calm, conventional diplomacy while Jewish groups urged de-escalation.
- Lenore Taylor says Australia's measured approach is appropriate and supported by community leaders.
A Strong Line From Tony Burke
- Tony Burke's sharp public criticism may have inflamed tensions with Israel.
- Patrick Keneally highlights uncertainty over whether Burke was acting independently or as a deliberate strategy.
Jewish Groups Push Back On Netanyahu
- Major Jewish organisations criticised Netanyahu's language and urged calm.
- Mike Ticher says the Executive Council of Australian Jewry warned the comments played into opponents' hands.
