Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has clarified that Australia will make its own independent foreign policy decisions, distancing himself from US President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to take control of the Gaza Strip.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has distanced himself from US President Donald Trump ’s controversial Gaza plan, emphasizing Australia’s commitment to its own independent foreign policy decisions. Trump’s announcement on Tuesday, proposing that the US could take control of the war-torn Gaza Strip and transform it into a “Riviera of the Middle East” after relocating Palestinians, has sparked international criticism.
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia have all rejected the suggestion, which followed Trump’s previous proposal last week that Palestinians be resettled in Egypt and Jordan.Albanese addressed the situation on Thursday morning, stating that Australia, as a sovereign nation, makes its own foreign policy decisions. He declined to comment on Trump’s daily pronouncements, emphasizing that Australians expect their prime minister to prioritize national interests. Albanese reiterated Australia’s steadfast support for a “two-state solution” to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, a position that directly contrasts with Trump’s stated stance. This solution aims to establish two states – Israel for the Jewish people and Palestine for the Palestinian people. He emphasized Australia’s unwavering commitment to the two-state solution, stating that it remains a consistent position moving forward. While acknowledging the apparent divergence in views, Albanese highlighted the strong and enduring relationship between Australia and the US. He underscored the importance of their alliance, economic ties, and defense cooperation, including through the AUKUS security pact. Albanese emphasized that both countries engage constructively on matters directly affecting their relationship, considering the US a vital nation for both Australia and the world. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attempted to downplay the controversy surrounding Trump’s plan, stating that it was not intended as a hostile move. He explained that the plan aimed to address the devastation in the Gaza Strip, which he likened to a natural disaster. Rubio asserted that the plan was a generous offer to help clear debris and rebuild the Palestinian enclave, acknowledging that people would need temporary housing during the reconstruction process. Qatar, a key mediator in the Gaza Strip ceasefire talks, expressed its reluctance to discuss Palestinian resettlement at this stage. The Qatari delegation is currently focused on securing the second phase of the ceasefire deal to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari stated that it is too early to comment on specific ideas, particularly in light of the sensitive issue of displacement for Palestinians. He emphasized the need to prioritize ending the war and addressing the immense trauma experienced by the Palestinian people.
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