Anthony Albanese has hit back against Hamas propaganda' after the Islamist group put out statements overnight welcoming his pledge to recognise Palestinian statehood.

Hamas co-founder Sheikh Hassan Yousef claimed he welcomed the 'political courage' of the Australian Labor Government in an earlier statement.

Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this situation has prompted additional concerns.

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Anthony Albanese has hit back against Hamas propaganda' after the Islamist group put out statements overnight welcoming his pledge to recognise Palestinian statehood.
Hamas co-founder Sheikh Hassan Yousef claimed he welcomed the 'political courage' of the Australian Labor Government in an earlier statement.
Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this situation has prompted additional concerns.
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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese responding to Hamas welcoming Palestine support

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