Australians warned that Iran attack increases risk of ‘further escalation’ and flight cancellations in region

The Guardian - World News National SecurityNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Guardian reportersFebruary 28, 2026 at 08:47 AM

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Following Israeli and US airstrikes on Iran, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (Dfat) has warned Australians of potential "reprisal attacks and further escalation" across the Middle East. Dfat updated its Smartraveller website, advising against travel to Iran and urging those in the country to leave if safe, citing the risk of military conflict and potential airspace closures impacting global flights. Australians remaining in Iran are advised to prepare to shelter in place with adequate supplies. The Australian embassy's operations in Iran are suspended. Prior to the attacks, Australia had already advised citizens in Israel and Lebanon to consider leaving and withdrew dependents of officials from Israel and Lebanon due to the deteriorating security situation.

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Australia announced it was withdrawing all the dependants of Australian officials from Israel and Lebanon.

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There have been air strikes on Iran, including in Tehran and other locations.

factual — Dfat Smartraveller website100% confidence

Australia’s department of foreign affairs has warned of the risk of “reprisal attacks and further escalation” across the Middle East.

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Australians, including dual nationals, are at a high risk of being detained in Iran.

factual — Dfat Smartraveller website80% confidence

Closure of airspace around transit hubs may impact flights globally, causing delays and cancellations.

prediction — Dfat Smartraveller website70% confidence

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Jordan 40% United Arab Emirates 40% Qatar 40% Tehran 50% Lebanon ×250% United States 60% Penny Wong 60% Israel ×370% Middle East ×380% Australia ×580% Iran ×790%

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iran attack 90% middle east 80% flight cancellations 70% reprisal attacks 70% military conflict 60% travel warning 60% australia 50% airspace closure 50% security situation 40%