Australia plans to recognise Palestinian state within days, Sydney Morning Herald reports

Israeli protesters take part in a demonstration calling for the release of hostages and an end to the war in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. Israel said it will take control of Gaza City - a move that could displace one million Palestinians living there - defying domestic concerns over the fate of the remaining hostages and an international outcry over the humanitarian situation in the enclave. - Bloomberg

SYDNEY: Australia plans to recognise a Palestinian state as early as Monday (Aug 11) following similar moves by France, Britain and Canada, the Sydney Morning Herald reported.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese could sign off on the move within days after a regular cabinet meeting on Monday, the SMH reported, citing unidentified sources.