Australia to recognise Palestinian state at United Nations in September

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday that Australia will formally recognize a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly in September, aligning with similar commitments from France, the UK, and Canada.

The decision is conditional on key assurances from the Palestinian Authority, including excluding Hamas from any governing role, demilitarizing Gaza, and holding democratic elections.

Meanwhile, New Zealand's Foreign Minister said his country was also considering recognizing Palestinian statehood and would make a formal decision in September.