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The scene is reminiscent of political dreams fulfilled and dashed, with some leaders, such as prominent Australian figures like Albanese, eager to see Palestine recognized. Yet, there's skepticism about whether these symbolic gestures will translate into tangible change without robust international support. A pertinent question arises: can a territory effectively be unrecognized once it is acknowledged, especially when it is under the control of groups like Hamas, which has not held elections for over two decades? The consensus among critics is that recognition is political, but the realities on the ground—namely Hamas’s governance and the ongoing conflict—make reversals complicated and largely superficial.