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The dialogue further explores Australia's foreign relations, especially with the UK, France, and the United States. The Australian government's current policy aligns with not recognizing a Palestinian state while Hamas remains in control, a position viewed as pragmatic and cautious.
However, the potential for change looms, especially considering Kea Starmer's alignment with Emmanuel Macron on these issues. Albanese's government remains cautious but hasn't entirely ruled out acceding to collective international calls, signaling a wait-and-see approach based on Israel's actions and the humanitarian situation.