Politics live: Wong and Marles insist Australia not at war after sending assistance to Gulf; Palmer makes new run for parliament

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Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles have stated that Australia is not at war despite providing assistance to Gulf nations. Australia is sending an E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to the UAE in response to a request for defensive capabilities, prioritizing the protection of Australians both at home and abroad. Wong noted that Iran has previously targeted Australia, even while diplomatic relations were maintained. In other news, Clive Palmer is making another attempt to enter parliament. Additionally, several members of the Iranian women's football team have sought asylum in Australia after arriving in Kuala Lumpur.
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