CHRISTIAN BREAKING NEWS: Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN in September | New Zealand May Follow Soon [#Palestine #Australia #NewZealand]
In a historic move, 🇦🇺 Australia will recognize Palestine at the UN in September. 🇳🇿 New Zealand could be next. Do you believe this will help the peace process or make things worse? Drop your thoughts in the Comments section — let’s discuss!
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Australia will officially recognize the State of Palestine during the 80th UN General Assembly in September 2025, joining countries like Canada, France, and the UK. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the decision is based on commitment from the Palestinian Authority to demilitarize, exclude Hamas from governance, uphold Israel’s right to exist, and pursue democratic reforms.
Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters said recognition is a matter of “when, not if”, signaling growing momentum for global recognition of Palestinian statehood.
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Supporters see this as a historic step toward a two-state solution, while critics warn that it could undermine peace efforts.
On August 11, 2025, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that Australia will officially recognize a Palestinian state during the 80th UN General Assembly in September, aligning with countries like Canada, France, and the UK.
The recognition is based on commitment from the Palestinian Authority to demilitarize, exclude Hamas from governance, prioritize Israel’s right to exist, and pursue democratic reforms. Albanese framed this as essential for advancing a two-state solution and addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The move has drawn praise from pro-Palestinian groups and some lawmakers, while Israel’s ambassador and critics accused it of rewarding terrorism or undermining peace efforts.
According to New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters, recognizing Palestinian statehood is a matter of “when, not if.” The government intends to make a formal decision in September, most likely around the UN General Assembly.
Though New Zealand supports a two-state solution, they’re approaching the matter through the lens of their national interest and guiding principles.
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Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN in September | New Zealand May Follow Soon | Christian Breaking News!
Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN in September | New Zealand May Follow Soon | Christian Breaking News!