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Andrew Brown and Tess Ikonomou

Australia wants peace after Israel's 'criminal assault'

Australia and other nations have criticised Israel for a strike against Hamas in the Qatari capital. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

Anthony Albanese has backed calls for a de-escalation of violence in the Middle East following Israel's attack in Qatar.

Israel struck the capital Doha on Tuesday targeting the leadership of Hamas, which Australia designates a terror group, and said five of the group's members were killed.

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