Key points
- Gaza crisis “surpassed the world’s worst fears”: PM Albanese
- Condemns Israel’s blockade and killing of civilians, including children
- Calls for permanent ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday reiterated his urgent call for unhindered humanitarian access to Gaza, condemning Israeli war on Gaza in the besieged Palestinian territory for having “stolen far too many innocent lives.”
Albanese said the crisis in Gaza had “surpassed the world’s worst fears,” with “tens of thousands of civilians dead and children facing starvation.”
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) July 25, 2025
“Israel’s blocking of aid and the killing of civilians — including children — who are seeking food and water cannot be justified or ignored,” he said in a statement, describing the situation as a “humanitarian catastrophe.”
He called on Israel to allow the United Nations and non-governmental organisations to deliver life-saving aid without interference, and insisted that any plans involving the permanent forced displacement of Palestinians “must be abandoned,” according to Anadolu Ajansi.
Supporting permanent ceasefire
Albanese also reiterated Australia’s support for a permanent ceasefire and a two-state solution, stressing that lasting peace depends on acknowledging the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people.
“Australia is committed to a future in which both Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace and security, within internationally recognised and secure borders,” he said.
Until that vision is realised, he added, “every possible effort must be made right now to protect innocent lives and end the suffering and starvation of the people of Gaza.”
In a joint statement, 115 aid groups—including Save the Children and Amnesty International—are warning of “mass starvation” in Gaza. @JamesAALongman takes a closer look at the struggle. pic.twitter.com/1Nlzl5ZXPV
— ABC News Live (@ABCNewsLive) July 25, 2025
Gaza has been subjected to intense Israeli bombardment and a blockade since October 2023, leaving tens of thousands dead. Humanitarian agencies have raised the alarm over a deepening famine, with many — including children — already reported to have died from malnutrition and starvation.
