Prime Minister issues warning about potential escalation in Middle East after Hezbollah launches rocket attack
A rocket allegedly fired by Hezbollah struck a soccer field, resulting in the tragic death of 12 Israeli children.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has issued a warning regarding the escalating tensions in the Middle East after a Hezbollah rocket attack.
On July 27, 12 children lost their lives when the projectile, suspected to be fired by Hezbollah, hit a soccer field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.
Hezbollah, a Lebanon-based group supported by Iran, is classified as a terrorist organization by both the Australian and U.S. governments.
During a press conference on July 29, Mr. Albanese emphasized the significant threat of escalation in the Middle East as highlighted by the recent events.
The United States, after consultations with Israeli and Lebanese authorities, attribute the attack to Lebanese Hezbollah, as confirmed in a statement on July 28.
The U.S. administration is pursuing diplomatic efforts along the Blue Line to ensure a permanent halt to attacks and allow civilians on both sides to return home safely.
Meanwhile, former Australian ambassador to Israel and Liberal Senator Dave Sharma condemned the attack, expressing shock and sadness over the loss of innocent lives.
Words from the 3 Prime Ministers
In a statement jointly released by Mr. Albanese, Mr. Trudeau, and Mr. Luxon, Iran’s attack against Israel in April was condemned, urging Iran to refrain from further destabilizing actions in the Middle East.
The prime ministers called for an immediate cessation of attacks by Iran and its affiliated groups, including Hezbollah.
They expressed concern over the escalated tensions and rhetoric along the Blue Line between Hizballah and Israel, leading to displacement and endangering civilians in both Lebanon and Israel.
The statement further emphasized the urgency of ceasefire in Gaza to prevent continued human suffering.
It urged all involved parties to practice restraint and work towards de-escalation to avoid further escalation in hostilities in the region.
