Australia's political landscape is facing a significant divide as Opposition Leader Peter Dutton rejects Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's motion condemning the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Dutton accuses the government of trying to appease both sides of the Israel-Gaza conflict by including references to deaths in Gaza and Lebanon, which he claims dilutes the condemnation of Hamas. The failure to reach a bipartisan agreement has sparked criticism and is seen as a test for centrist 'Teal' MPs. The motion was intended to mark the anniversary of the attack, but has instead highlighted deep political divisions.
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This is exactly why the government shouldn't be involved in foreign conflicts to begin with. They’re busy playing political games and trying to please everyone instead of focusing on protecting our own freedoms. Let people and private organizations handle international aid or diplomacy if they want, not politicians.
It’s frustrating that Dutton is so focused on playing politics instead of acknowledging the broader humanitarian crisis. Of course we should condemn the Hamas attacks, but we also can’t ignore the suffering in Gaza and Lebanon. A balanced approach is essential if we’re ever going to have a shot at peace in the region.
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It's frustrating to see a motion condemning a brutal attack on innocent Israelis being watered down with what feels like unnecessary equivocation.
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Peter Dutton slams Anthony Albanese as Opposition rejects October 7 motion
Peter Dutton has accused Anthony Albanese of trying to ‘speak out of both sides of his mouth’ on the Israel-Gaza conflict as the Coalition rejected his motion condemning Hamas’ October 7 attack.
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Dutton says Albanese should be 'condemned' as he rejects Labor's October 7 motion
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned the October 7 attack on Israel in an address to parliament — and put forward a motion the Opposition leader said the Coalition cannot support.
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Peter Dutton slams Albanese over bipartisan failure on October 7 motion
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Peter Dutton has hit out at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as the Opposition leader confirmed the Coalition will not support the October 7 motion the government has currently put forward. Mr Dutton accused the Albanese government of "walking both sides of the street" in relation to the unfolding issues being seen.
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