Australia news live: Australia joins sanctions against ‘extremist settlers’ in West Bank; Barbecues Galore no more
Summary
Australia has joined other countries in imposing sanctions on extremist settlers responsible for violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. This coordinated action targets six companies and one individual to hold them accountable and urges Israel to take stronger measures to stop settler violence and support a two-state solution.Key Facts
- Australia, along with Canada, France, Norway, the UK, and others, announced coordinated sanctions on extremist settlers in the West Bank.
- Six companies and one individual involved in settler violence and funding were targeted by the sanctions.
- The settlers have been accused of violence, property destruction, and displacing Palestinians.
- The governments urge Israel to investigate attacks and take action against settler violence and illegal settlements.
- The statement emphasizes support for the two-state solution as the path to peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
- Australia and other countries involved have officially recognized the State of Palestine.
- The sanctions aim to pressure Israel to ensure accountability and stop settlement expansion.
- This action follows a recent increase in settler violence in the West Bank.
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