There's been a strong reaction in Australia to signals the government could join international conversations about the possibility of recognising Palestine as a state.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong said it was part of forming a lasting peace in the Middle East, but critics say recognition would reward the terrorist group Hamas. Alex Ryvchin, co-CEO of Executive Council of Australian Jewry says there's "disappointment" from the Jewish community, and the timing of the statement is "problematic."

Guest: Alex Ryvchin, co-CEO of Executive Council of Australian Jewry