Australia's Greens Urge Government to Pressure Israel Over Lebanon Conflict
Greens say Australia should step up pressure on Israel over ‘disastrous, illegal, immoral war’ on Lebanon

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The Australian Greens are calling on the federal government to increase pressure on Israel to cease its military actions in Lebanon, advocating for the cancellation of arms contracts. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong support including Lebanon in ceasefire talks, while former Prime Minister Tony Abbott proposes sending troops to support U.S. efforts against Iran.
- 01The Greens demand Australia cancel arms contracts with Israel to protest military actions in Lebanon.
- 02Over 1,700 people have died in Lebanon since fighting began in April, with 300 killed by Israeli strikes after a ceasefire announcement.
- 03Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong emphasizes Lebanon's inclusion in ceasefire negotiations.
- 04Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott calls for Australian troops to support U.S. military efforts against Iran.
- 05Health Minister Mark Butler dismisses Abbott's proposal for offensive military action.
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The Australian Greens are urging the federal government to exert stronger pressure on Israel to halt its military operations in Lebanon, which they describe as a 'disastrous, illegal, immoral war.' Greens defense spokesperson David Shoebridge has suggested that Australia should cancel over $1 billion in arms contracts with Israel as a form of protest. This call comes amid reports that more than 1,700 people have died in Lebanon since the conflict escalated in April, including 300 fatalities due to Israeli bombings following a recent ceasefire announcement. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong have expressed the need for Lebanon to be included in ceasefire negotiations facilitated by the U.S. and Iran. Meanwhile, former Prime Minister Tony Abbott has controversially proposed sending Australian troops to assist U.S. forces, a suggestion that Health Minister Mark Butler has dismissed as lacking seriousness. The Australian government is currently monitoring the situation in Lebanon, where many Australians reside, and has warned against travel to the region since February 28.
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The proposed cancellation of arms contracts could influence Australia's defense industry and its diplomatic relations with Israel.
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