Penny Wong calls for UN timeline on Palestinian statehood at General Assembly

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has called on the United Nations to establish a timeline for declaring a Palestinian state. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, she emphasized the need to break the ongoing cycle of conflict, particularly amid the Israel-Hamas situation. Wong highlighted the frustration over the lack of progress since the UN's 1947 resolution for a two-state solution. She reiterated Australia's support for a ceasefire in Gaza and stressed the importance of self-determination for Palestinians while acknowledging the challenges posed by Hamas. Additionally, Wong addressed the need for better protection of humanitarian workers following the death of aid worker Zomi Frankcom in an Israeli strike. Australia plans to develop a new declaration to enhance the safety of aid personnel in conflict zones.