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Former ambassadors and diplomats urge Albanese to do more, quickly on Gaza

A group of former Australian ambassadors and diplomats have urged prime minister Anthony Albanese to do more to see the end of Israel’s war in Gaza, including the recognition of a Palestinian state.

We are distressed that Australia has done so little to prevent the progressive erosion of international law, the persistent armed assaults on Palestinian people, and the violation of their human rights in Gaza and the West Bank.

We acknowledge your statements, together with other leaders, about the need for cautious consideration of recognition of a Palestinian state, and about the need for a two-state solution. Your approach is supported by a growing number of Australians, of Jewish, Palestinian, and other backgrounds.

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