Aaron Patrick: Penny Wong can’t answer the pivotal question about Gaza

When questioned about Australia’s recognition of a Palestinian state, Foreign Minister Penny Wong struggled to explain why Hamas would relinquish power, stating the recognition is unconditional. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted conditions placed on Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas, while Arab nations’ recent calls for Hamas to cease hostilities complicate the dynamics of peace negotiations and power in Gaza.

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