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Netanyahu’s Sky News interview: Jamie Hyams on ABC RN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has again criticised Australian Prime Minister calling Anthony Albanese weak. Mr Netanyahu has accused Mr Albanese and other Western leaders who back a Palestinian state of trying to, quote, appease terror groups like Hamas.
Read MoreOur historic ties with Israel can and must be rebuilt
Despite a relationship that stretches back to the ANZAC charge at Beersheba and Australia’s historic role in 1947 in helping broker Israel’s creation at the UN, the Australia-Israel relationship is now at an historic low.
Read MoreWith eyes on re-election, Netanyahu’s fights with world leaders aim to distract from many political problems
As the longest-serving Israeli prime minister (17 years), Benjamin Netanyahu is famous for his political wizardry and survival skills. But he is also a highly controversial figure with questionable moral standards and legacy. His latest term in office, beginning in late 2022, has been particularly challenging…
Read MoreAustralia-Israel relationship “at its lowest ebb”: Joel Burnie on Sky News
Joel Burnie spoke with Kieran Gilbert on Sky News about the latest tensions in the Australia-Israel relationship.
Read More“Disappointed but not shocked” by Tony Burke’s comments: Jamie Hyams on Sky News
Jamie Hyams spoke with Steve Price on Sky News about the latest tensions in the Australia-Israel relationship.
Read MoreDenial of visa to Israeli Knesset member “deeply troubling”
The Australian Government’s last-minute decision to deny entry to Israeli Knesset member Simcha Rothman is deeply troubling. While some of his views undoubtedly may be controversial and contrary to those held by AIJAC, refusing him a visa sets a disturbing precedent for Australia’s treatment of a fellow democracy and long-standing friend.
Read MoreMelbourne may have fallen to antisemitism – but Australia’s unity can be rebuilt
It was just a month ago. The second week of July was a shattering week for Melbourne’s Jews. An attack on yet another synagogue; a burnt door with a congregation sharing a Shabbat meal intimidated. An outrageous affront on diners at the Israeli-owned restaurant, Miznon, as they sat down in the spirit of the Sabbath to sing songs and eat traditional foods.
Read MoreThe world continues to tell Israel what to do – is it fair?
The world has never been shy in telling Israel what to do — in ways it would never dare tell other countries. It demands impossible standards no nation has ever met.
Read MoreAustralia-US relationship at ‘record low’ following ‘concerning’ Palestine move: Joel Burnie on Sky News
AIJAC Executive Manager Joel Burnie says the Albanese government’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state should “concern” all Australians. “The relationship between Australia and the United States is at a record low,” Mr Burnie told Sky News host Danica De Giorgio.
Read MorePraise from Hamas co-founder is bad. Palestinian Authority is also a flaw of recognition
While there are countless reasons to criticise the government’s decision to recognise Palestine, perhaps nothing better encapsulates its seriously flawed and futile approach than saying its position is predicated on PA commitments.
Read MoreTwenty years after Disengagement
Disengagement was a failure, but that doesn’t mean it was the wrong thing to do. Twenty years after Israel’s unilateral withdrawal from Gaza, the move still creates disagreement.
Read MoreAustralia recognising Palestine more about ‘punishing Israel’ – Joel Burnie on Sky News
AIJAC Executive Manager Joel Burnie has addressed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claiming Palestinian statehood encourages Hamas. “This is so little about the plight of the Palestinian people and so much more about anger, frustration and antagonism towards Israel,” Mr Burnie told Sky News Digital Presenter Gabriella Power.
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