Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is weighing the tightrope act of complex international relations that has so far seen him note both the right of Israel to defend itself and calls for de-escalation in the dispute in the Middle East.

The Key points:

• Albanese supports right of Israel to self-defence, but calls for de-escalation

• PM puts Australia in lockstep with G7 nations and key allies

• Diplomatic solution required at Israel-Lebanon border conflict

• Supports two-state solution despite the challenges

The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, adopted a nuanced stance on the Middle East conflict, on one hand supporting Israel's right of self-defense, yet at the same time encouraged de-escalation and diplomacy. He brought Australia in line with the G7 nations and key allies, such as the United States and the United Kingdom, to pursue a long-term solution that would secure both the Israelis and Palestinians.

Big Picture: Albanese's posture reflects the challenge world leaders face in trying to tackle complex international conflicts against a difficult diplomatic background and amidst varied expectations. This puts into perspective the tightrope of reassuring allies, pursuing peace, and balancing a complex maze of domestic and international expectations with precision.

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