Focus turns to lasting peace as ceasefire deal hailed
A ceasefire in the Middle East is a welcome breakthrough, Australia’s prime minister says, but the next steps to a lasting peace and recovery loom as tougher prospects. Read more
Rabbis warn Albanese against Palestinian recognition after Iran-linked attacks
The Rabbinical Association of Australasia (RAA) has written to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urging him to abandon any move towards recognising a Palestinian state in light of revelations about Iran’s involvement in attacks on Australian soil.
Intelligence boss links firebombings to Iran government: expels ambassador
August 26, 2025 by AAP J-Wire
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Australia has accused Tehran of orchestrating anti-Semitic attacks and expelled Iran’s ambassador in the first diplomatic move of its kind since World War II.
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Jewish organisations react to growing rift between Australia and Israel
Australian Jewish organisations have expressed concern about the potential impact on relations with Israel following Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement that Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September.
‘Forever tarnished’: Netanyahu spews more vitriol on PM
Israel’s prime minister has launched another verbal salvo against Anthony Albanese over his handling of the situation in the Middle East as calls grow for calm. Read more
ECAJ urges Albanese and Netanyahu to end war of words
Australia’s peak Jewish body has called on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resolve their policy differences through diplomacy, not public insults.
Australia accused of antisemitism after blocking Israeli lawmaker’s visit
August 18, 2025 by Pesach Benson
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Israeli right-wing politicians denounced Australia on Monday after Canberra barred Religious Zionism MK Simcha Rothman from visiting the country, calling the decision antisemitic and a capitulation to terrorism. Read more
Victorian shadow minister says Hamas praise for PM is “shocking”
Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday evening, David Davis MP, accused Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of being “praised by Hamas” and warned that Australia’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state will inflame tensions in one of the country’s largest Jewish population centres.
PM defends Palestine recognition after US ‘disgust’
Australia’s decision to recognise Palestine was made in the interest of its citizens, the prime minister has said, after a US official decried the move. Read more
‘Disgust’: US diplomat attacks ALP’s Palestine decision
America’s ambassador to Israel has taken aim at the federal government’s decision to recognise Palestinian statehood at a United Nations meeting in September. Read more
Hamas praise for Australia’s Palestine recognition sparks further Jewish community outcry
Australian Jewish leaders have increased their criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state, following praise for the move from Hamas.
Global momentum behind Australia recognising Palestine
The international community is making a united effort to recognise Palestine, the prime minister says, despite a top US official saying Australia’s push is meaningless. Read more
Indigenous Friends of Israel not pleased with Palestine decision
August 12, 2025 by J-Wire News Service
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The Indigenous Friends of Israel International has not welcomed Australia’s announcement that it would support recognition of a Palestinian state. Read more
Plan to seize Gaza City pushed Australia to recognition
The prime minister hopes recognition will help lay the path to peace after revealing Australia’s decision was spurred by Israel’s plans to occupy Gaza City. Read more
Jewish leaders condemn Australia’s recognition of Palestine as ‘dangerous and premature’
Jewish community organisations have sharply criticised the Albanese government’s decision to recognise the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly in September, warning it risks rewarding violence and undermining the prospects for peace.
Former ambassador to Israel warns against delaying recognition of Palestine
Failing to recognise a Palestinian state would reward the Israeli government for its “campaign of genocidal violence”, a former Australian ambassador to Israel has warned, as the Albanese government weighs its next diplomatic steps.
Australia, France leaders discuss crisis in Gaza
The leaders of Australia and France have made plans to meet at a United Nations gathering, where Palestinian statehood and the crisis in Gaza will be major issues. Read more
Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine
Australia is one step closer to recognising Palestinian statehood and is coordinating with other nations on the issue, as the foreign minister warns there might soon be “no Palestine left”. Read more
‘Wrong side of history’: senator hits out at sanction
Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi has lashed Labor and the coalition for being on the “wrong side of history” over the war in Gaza as the parliament sanctioned her. Read more
Segal’s antisemitism report urges bold reforms across education, media and migration
In response to a 300% surge in antisemitic incidents across Australia, a landmark action report was today launched with the support of the government, aimed at combating anti-Jewish hatred.
Orderly, coherent or flat-footed: PM rejects criticism
Anthony Albanese has dismissed suggestions he was “flat-footed” after US bombing raids on Iran, as he called for a ceasefire to hold between Iran and Israel. Read more
‘We support action’: PM backs in US strikes on Iran
In his first public comments since America targeted three Iranian nuclear sites, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for de-escalation. Read more
Australia calls for Middle East conflict de-escalation
Anthony Albanese has called for calm amid the intense conflict between Iran and Israel, as fears grow that the missile strikes could lead to a larger war. Read more
Opposition calls on PM to take up Israel trip invite
The opposition’s foreign affairs spokeswoman Michaelia Cash is calling on the PM to travel to Israel after he criticised the state for blocking aid into Gaza. Read more
Albanese says Israel’s blockade of Gaza ‘an outrage’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sharply criticised Israel’s ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza, calling the restrictions “outrageous” and accusing Israel of providing explanations that are “without credibility.” Read more
Danger signals flashing
May 9, 2025 by Michael Kuttner
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Recent developments are triggering danger signals for Israel and Diaspora Jewish communities alike. Read more
Parliament condemns ‘unacceptable’ antisemitic attacks
Antisemitism in Australia has been condemned across the parliament as the Albanese government comes under attack over its approach. Read more
The New South Wales Jewish Board of Deputies president declined museum Albanese meeting
December 12, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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David Ossip, president of The New South Wales Jewish Board of Deputies, declined to attend the press conference at the Sydney Jewish Museum yesterday when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced an $8.5 million donation for the museum’s renovation. Read more
‘Cheap and late’: PM heckled at firebombed synagogue
Hecklers have called Prime Minister Anthony Albanese “cheap and late” during his visit to a synagogue destroyed in a suspected terrorist firebombing, as he promised support for its rebuild.
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Crisis point – ECAJ calls for action
December 9, 2024 by Henry Benjamin
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The Executive Council of Australian Jewry has written to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calling for action rather than words. Read more
