From a ‘pause’ to a humanitarian ceasefire: emails reveal why Australia shifted its position on Gaza
by Daniel Hurst Foreign affairs and defence correspon from on (#6JTBD)
Exclusive: Documents obtained by Guardian Australia show confidential advice given to the foreign minister, Penny Wong, before she authorised yes' vote at UN
Australia voted for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza after officials privately advised the government the unprecedented crisis on the ground" and shifting positions" of allies could justify a policy change.
Guardian Australia has obtained documents revealing the confidential advice given to the foreign minister, Penny Wong, before she authorised a yes" vote at the UN general assembly in December - a decision that continues to fuel tensions with the Israeli government.
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