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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 4 MIN

Middle East ceasefire threatens Australian fuel supply

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Foreign Minister Penny Wong discusses the fragile Middle East ceasefire involving the US, Israel, Iran and Lebanon, with particular focus on the Strait of Hormuz reopening and its impact on Australian fuel supplies. Israel's attacks on Lebanon have threatened the regional ceasefire agreement, prompting calls from multiple nations for all parties to observe the truce. The Australian government is working to secure fuel supplies from Singapore, Korea, Malaysia and Japan while negotiations continue over Iran's proposed 10-point plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Foreign Minister Penny Wong discusses the fragile Middle East ceasefire involving the US, Israel, Iran and Lebanon, with particular focus on the Strait of Hormuz reopening and its impact on Australian fuel supplies. Israel's attacks on Lebanon have...

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