Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declined to directly address Donald Trump's plan to forcibly relocate the people of Gaza, stating that his role is to support Australia's position on the matter. He reaffirmed Australia's longstanding support for a two-state solution while emphasizing that Australia would continue to engage in international affairs in a manner consistent with its values.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has declined to comment directly on Donald Trump 's controversial declaration to forcibly relocate the people of Gaza and 'level' the territory. Speaking at Parliament House in Canberra, Mr. Albanese reiterated Australia 's longstanding support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but refused to offer a specific stance on Mr. Trump's plan.
\'I'm not going to, as Australia's prime minister, give a daily commentary on statements by the US president,' Mr. Albanese stated. 'My job is to support Australia's position,' he added. He emphasized that Australia would continue to engage in matters of international affairs 'in a manner that is consistent with Australia's values,' while focusing on domestic concerns such as Medicare and education. \Mr. Trump's announcement, made alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, sparked immediate international condemnation. Mr. Trump pledged to 'take over' Gaza, demolish it, and rebuild it, relocating its residents to neighboring countries 'to live in comfort and peace.' Saudi Arabia swiftly denounced the plan, while international legal experts raised concerns about its potential violation of international law. Mr. Albanese confirmed that Australia had not received any request from the US to participate in the rebuilding of Gaza. He stressed Australia's consistent support for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, and the delivery of aid to Gaza, reaffirming the country's commitment to assisting the region in a manner consistent with its values. \Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, while criticizing the government for its stance during the recent Gaza war, acknowledged the ceasefire brokered by the US, which involved both former President Joe Biden and Mr. Trump. Greens leader Adam Bandt condemned Mr. Trump's announcement as 'proof' of the threat posed by a Trump presidency to peace and democracy, calling it 'the end of international law.' He urged the Australian government to clearly oppose this 'clear violation of international law.
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