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flag Australia’s recognition of Palestinian statehood fuels debate over its impact on ceasefire efforts amid ongoing protests and tensions.

flag Australia’s recognition of Palestinian statehood has sparked debate, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Industry Minister Tim Ayres claiming it helped advance ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, citing a U.S.-brokered plan and Israel’s reported agreement to a limited troop withdrawal. flag However, opposition MP Melissa McIntosh dismissed the claim, citing U.S. criticism of the move as counterproductive. flag As protests mark the two-year anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks—killing 1,200 and taking hundreds hostage—activists in Melbourne and Sydney are demanding justice for Palestinians, citing over 66,000 deaths in Gaza. flag A planned Sydney rally at the Opera House faces police opposition over safety concerns, while Greens leader Larissa Waters called for expelling Israel’s ambassador if six Australians detained on a flotilla remain unfreed.

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