Politics Now Australia splits with US to recognise Palestine
Sep 22, 2025
Australia has officially recognized Palestine as a sovereign state, stirring diplomatic discussions and raising questions about its effects. The move puts the country at odds with the US, sparking speculation about potential meetings between leaders. Meanwhile, the Optus outage, linked to tragic incidents, has prompted an investigation and scrutiny over communication failures. Additionally, the political landscape sees shifts with Andrew Hastie's controversial social media activity as the Coalition navigates fundraising and leadership challenges.
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Historic Western Recognition Of Palestine
- Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state alongside the UK, Canada and France to signal the need to stop the cycle of violence.
- The move breaks with the US and marks a coordinated Western shift toward recognition.
Recognition Commits To Long-Term State Building
- Recognition commits Australia and allies to the hard work of building viable Palestinian institutions and infrastructure.
- That project could take years amid Israeli opposition and ongoing conflict.
US Opposition Limits UN Impact
- The US holds veto power at the UN and remains opposed, limiting multilateral outcomes.
- Yet several G7/G20 Western countries acting together changes diplomatic dynamics.