Israel revokes visas of Australian representatives to Palestinian Authority amid tension over statehood – Middle East Monitor

Israel has canceled visas for Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority in retaliation for Australia recognizing a Palestinian state and denying entry to far-right Israeli politician Simcha Rotman, known for his controversial views on Palestinians. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned this action as illegal and contrary to international law, asserting that it would not recognize the Israeli decision and continue to treat Australian diplomats as accredited representatives.

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