24/09/2025

Political Pressure Heats Up over Palestinian Statehood

Around 150 heads of state are marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations body, and last week the majority of world leaders voted to recognise Palestinian statehood. This has left Israel and the USA in an isolated position, and turning the heat on traditional allies.. Andrew Urquhart caught up with public theologian, Dr Craig Heilmann, to find out what pressure Australian Prime Minster Anthony Albanese has faced, and the implications for New Zealand.

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