Hamas Assault on Israel Is a Terrorist Attack: Australian PM

‘When you target innocent civilians, that is terror being created here,’ said Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to media during a press conference at the Kaarta Gar-up Lookout in Perth, Australia, on May 8, 2023. AAP Image/Matt Jelonek

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has publicly denounced Hamas’ attack on Israeli properties and civilians, calling it an act of terror.

On Oct. 7 morning, the Iran-backed terrorist group Hamas, which has been classified as a terrorist group by Israel, the United States, the European Union, the UK, and Australia, launched a surprise rocket attack over Israeli skies.