Australia reverses decision to recognise West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital
Updated: 5.55pm (AEST)Sydney, AustraliaReuters Australia on Tuesday reversed a decision of the previous government to recognise West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, saying the status of the city should be resolved through peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian people. Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong said Australia “will always be a steadfast friend of […]
Australia recognises West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital but embassy stays in Tel Aviv
The Australian Government has recognised West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and but said its embassy will remain in Tel Aviv for the time being. Making the announcement on Saturday, Prime Minister Scott Morrison ended a long-standing policy of recognising Tel Aviv as the country’s capital, saying that Australia “now recognises West Jerusalem, being […]