Albanese Welcomes Ceasefire Efforts Amid Ongoing Middle East Conflict

The announcement came after U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to declare a ceasefire agreement.
Albanese Welcomes Ceasefire Efforts Amid Ongoing Middle East Conflict
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on June 23, 2025. AAP Image/Lukas Coch
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed a proposed ceasefire between Israel and Iran, expressing hope that the agreement will take effect and bring much-needed stability.

“We do want to see dialogue and diplomacy replace any escalation. And President Trump’s announcement we very much welcome,” Albanese told Sky News.

Naziya Alvi Rahman
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Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].