US EditionAustralia will refer to West Bank as ‘occupied Palestinian territories'
- The Australian government, led by Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong, has declared that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are in violation of international law and will now refer to the region as "occupied Palestinian territories."
- This change in terminology reflects legal advice and UN Security Council resolutions, and aligns Australia with the UK, New Zealand, and Europe.
- Despite the change, Australia still emphasizes its commitment as a friend of Israel, but critics argue that the decision may hinder the prospects for a two-state solution and embolden terrorist organizations.
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Australia's decision to again use the term 'occupied Palestinian territories' brings it into line with international law
Darren England/AAPAustralia’s minister for foreign affairs, Penny Wong, has announced Australia will return to use of the term “occupied Palestinian territories”. The Australian government will use this phrase to describe the territories in the West Bank and Gaza that Israel occupied in 1967. Australian officials have generally avoided the use of “occupied” and “occupation” in relation to Palestine since 2014. This move by Australia is an imp…
Australia revives use of 'occupied Palestinian territories' in communications
In a significant diplomatic boost for Palestine, Australia declared on Tuesday that it is going to revive the use of the term "occupied Palestinian territories" in its official communications. "This is consistent with UN Security Council resolutions and the approach taken by key partners, including the United Kingdom, New Zealand and the European Union," Foreign Minister Penny Wong told parliament. "This is a term which has been used, including …
Australia to refer to West Bank, East J'lem as 'occupied' Israeli settlements as 'illegal'
Foreign Minister Penny Wong Explained That the Labor Party-led Government's Decision Amounts to an Official Return of Australia's Policy Up Until 2014 – When the Then-right-wing Government Began Referring to the West Bank and East Jerusalem as 'Disputed Territory'
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