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Australia reverses decision to recognise West Jerusalem as Israeli capital
Source: BBC
Australia reverses decision to recognise West Jerusalem as Israeli capital
18 October 2022
By Tiffanie Turnbull
BBC News, Sydney
Australia has reversed a decision made four years ago to recognise West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Canberra's decision in 2018 had undermined peace and put Australia out of step with other nations, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said.
She stressed that Australia remained a "steadfast friend" to Israel. Its embassy will stay in Tel Aviv.
The status of Jerusalem is one of the most contested issues between Israel and the Palestinians.
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Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-63280855