Why Australia’s view of the Gaza war matters to Israel
Leading Israelis are aware of mistakes their country has made, and warn of a “volcanic eruption” against the Netanyahu government, but they have been blindsided by the rise in antisemitism in Australia.
Surging antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in Australia have distressed leading Israelis, including former prime ministers Ehud Barak and Ehud Olmert, and there is concern that the change might be here to stay.
The prevailing view is that Australia’s attitude to Israel matters, both in perception internationally and in forums such as the United Nations, the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.
Jill MargoSenior writerJill Margo is based in the Sydney office. Jill has won multiple prizes, including two Walkley Awards and is an adjunct associate professor at School of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Australia. Connect with Jill on Twitter. Email Jill at jmargo@afr.com
