FCDO statement: response to Israel's revocation of visas to Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority

The FCDO has released a statement on the Government of Israel's decision to revoke the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority.

An FCDO spokesperson said: 

The Government of Israel's decision to revoke the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority is counter-productive. It will only close the space for dialogue and diplomacy which is so essential to delivering a long-term solution for both Israelis and Palestinians.

Together with our allies, including Australia, we are working on a framework for peace for what comes next in Gaza and to deliver a two-state solution. The first step must be an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages and a surge in aid.