TEL AVIV Tensions between Israel and Australia escalated further on Aug. 19 after Canberra’s decision to recognize Palestine, with the dispute soaring to new heights amid a tit-for-tat visa row . Australia's foreign minister on Aug. 19 criticized Israel for revoking visas held by Canberra's diplomatic representatives to the Palestinian Authority. Israel's tit-for-tat move followed Australia's decision on Aug. 18 evening to block a far-right Israeli politician from the country ahead of a