Penny Wong backs Israeli and US strikes on Iran as Labor group decries ‘sycophantic capitulation to militarism’
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Following US and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed its supreme leader, Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has urged Iran to cease retaliatory attacks in the Middle East. While not commenting on the legality of the strikes, Wong stated Iran has been a destabilizing force and supported action to prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons. The Australian government has offered support to the US and Israel, prompting Iran to launch counter-strikes. Australia has updated travel advice, urging citizens to leave Iran, Israel, and surrounding countries if safe, and is considering repatriation flights. Wong emphasized Australia's non-involvement in military operations and called for de-escalation to avoid a broader regional conflict.
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