As Palestinians face another winter of displacement and bombardment, Australia celebrates Christmas while ignoring its own obligations under international law. If recognition of Palestine is to mean anything, the government must act – not look away.

The Australian government continues to ignore its humanitarian responsibilities – ignoring the rules of international law as they affect the plight of Palestinians.

For the third consecutive winter the people of Gaza shiver in sodden tents and face a ceasefire while still under bombardment.

Aided and abetted by western nations unwilling to challenge the Israeli/US alliance, cruelty and suffering is allowed to remain the Israeli policy.

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