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Tess Ikonomou

Australia pursuing sanctions after trade ban snub

Anthony Albanese has defended his decision not to join an import ban against Israeli settlers. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Anthony Albanese has defended his government's decision not to join the UK in restricting trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, reaffirming Australia's support for a two-state solution.

The UK announced its ban on Tuesday, with leaders of France and Canada saying they would also take a stronger stance.

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