Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong condemned Israel’s killing of civilians in Gaza, calling the humanitarian situation “unacceptable” and urging Israel to allow essential supplies into the region. In a statement on X, Wong emphasized Australia’s support for efforts to deliver humanitarian aid, stating that Palestinian civilians should not bear the cost of the conflict. She reiterated calls for an immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, protection of civilians, and adherence to a U.S.-backed UN plan to increase humanitarian access.