Australian government labelled ‘criminally clueless' after Palestine recognition
'They have no idea the amount of damage they are doing by rewarding Hamas for those barbaric atrocities and encouraging more of them,' Mr Levy said.
'I don't understand what Australia has to gain by betraying an ally at war, turning its back on its major ally, the United States, and fermenting violence.
'All to try to appease protests that have taken over the streets of Australia, frankly, it's crazy.'
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