Australia Preparing Recognize Palestinian State

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

Canberra — Australia is preparing to formally recognize the State of Palestine within days, marking a significant foreign policy turnaround, according to The Sydney Morning Herald, which cited government sources familiar with the matter. Officials caution that the plan remains “subject to change” depending on political and diplomatic considerations.

If confirmed, the move would represent a sharp reversal for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who just two weeks ago ruled out imminent recognition following similar announcements by France and the United Kingdom.

The shift comes amid growing domestic political pressure and large-scale public demonstrations. Earlier this month, tens of thousands of protesters marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, voicing pro-Palestinian solidarity and condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza.

Analysts say Albanese’s change in tone could reflect a broader re-calibration of Australia’s Middle East policy, influenced by both international diplomatic trends and strong domestic advocacy.

Should Australia proceed, it would join a growing coalition of countries recognizing Palestine, a long-standing goal of the Palestinian Authority. Israel continues to oppose unilateral recognition, insisting it should follow a negotiated peace agreement.

Diplomatic observers note that Australia’s recognition could carry symbolic weight, potentially influencing regional policy discussions and signaling a re-calibration of Canberra’s Middle East foreign policy.

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