Australia Backs US-Israel Strikes on Iran

0:00From the streets of Sydney to the world, this is Sydney News Today. Australia's labor government has quickly backed the recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Prime Minister Anthony Albany says, the move counters Iran's nuclear threat to global security and the rules-based order. This support comes despite the party's progressive roots, driven by Iran's direct actions against Australia. Iran's regime has been linked to at least two attacks on Australian soil this year, including a fire bombing at a Melbourne synagogue aimed at Jewish, Australians, Albany's highlighted these incidents in Ayatollah Kamenei's role in them, noting the impact on the 50,000 strong Iranian-Australian community, foreign minister Penny Wong-Eckledis, calling Iran's leadership brutal while clarifying Australia won't join any strikes. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from Labour's left wing and the Greens who call it sickle-fantic support for Trump and Netanyahu, abandoning Labour's peace traditions.

1:01Former Senator Doug Cameron and others argue it lacks independence. Meanwhile, the UN has raised concerns about violations of international law by all sides. This marks a shift from Australia's more cautious stance last year after similar strikes when it pushed for diplomacy. Recently, Australia expelled Iran's ambassador over inflammatory posts and attacks. Senator also backs the U.S. action, showing alliance solidarity ahead of its Prime Minister's address to Parliament. The conflict heads close to home for Australia, as tensions near the straight of Hormuz could spike oil prices and disrupt trade routes. With inflation and rates already high, rising fuel costs may fuel public frustration and pressure the government ahead of the budget. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor. See the episode description. Headphones in a pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense.