International law applies in this context and must be respected. Hamas is a terrorist organisation; however, the people of Palestine are not. Israel suffered a terrorist attack on October 7 and, under international law, had the right to respond. But any response must also be proportional and targeted.

What is currently happening in Gaza is neither proportional nor targeted. International aid workers are being killed in unprecedented numbers, and the scale of civilian deaths is unjustifiable.

I will support the efforts of Australia’s representatives at the United Nations to advocate for peace and justice—including backing resolutions that call for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. I also support Australia’s longstanding commitment to a two-state solution—one that upholds the rights, security, and sovereignty of both Israelis and Palestinians.

Wherever acts of injustice occur, such as the October 7 terrorist attacks or the current civilian deaths in Gaza, I will advocate for Australia to take a principled stand, including supporting international efforts to hold perpetrators accountable. A just and peaceful world is not only possible—it must be the guiding goal of our foreign policy.