Australia’s representative to the United Nations has joined a global chorus calling for a ceasefire to the Israel-Gaza war but stopped short of backing a resolution.
In New York on Friday, UN member nations overwhelmingly voted for a “sustained humanitarian truce” in the conflict to allow aid to reach Gazan civilians.
Ambassador James Larsen said Australia agrees with the “central proposition” but could not back the resolution without condemning Hamas. The resolution, which was met by thunderous applause in the assembly hall, was criticised by the US and Israel. Israel’s military has said it is “expanding” ground operations within Gaza. Picture: Yousef Hassouna / AFP.
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