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Dominic Giannini

Libs double down on Israel-Palestine after UN vote

The Liberals have confirmed they would again recognise West Jerusalem as Israel's capital. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

The Liberals are doubling down on recognising West Jerusalem as Israel's capital following a UN vote on Palestinian membership, cementing a major shift in the main parties' position on the region.

Australia voted "yes" to a UN General Assembly motion giving Palestine more rights in the organisation - in which it is a non-member observer state - including being able to make statements and submit proposals and amendments.

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