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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Israel–Australia Relations Hit Breaking Point Over Visa Ban and Palestine Recognition
Caption: Israel–Australia Relations Hit Breaking Point Over Visa Ban and Palestine Recognition. Tensions between Israel and Australia have escalated sharply. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Australian leader Anthony Albanese of betraying Israel and abandoning the country's Jewish community, calling him a "weak politician.” The spat erupted after Australia barred far-right Israeli lawmaker Simcha Rothman from entering the country, citing concerns he would spread division. Israel retaliated by revoking visas for Australian envoys to the Palestinian Authority. Canberra recently joined the UK, France, and Canada in recognizing a Palestinian state — a move that Netanyahu condemned. Immigration Minister Tony Burke defended Australia's stance, insisting the country will not host figures who promote hate, while Albanese responded that he prefers to handle disagreements with respect and diplomacy. Israel's opposition leader, Yair Lapid, also criticized Netanyahu, warning his attacks only strengthen Albanese politically. The rift comes as antisemitic incidents rise in Australia, while the Gaza conflict continues with tens of thousands of casualties reported. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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