Australia Sends Defense Assets to Middle East

0:00In Adelaide, it's March 9th, and here's what is going on. Australia's Prime Minister, Anthony Albinese, says the country is sending a spy plane and missiles to the Middle East strictly for defense. The move aims to protect around 115,000 Australians still in the region amid rising tensions. The E-7A Wetchtail, a top surveillance aircraft for early warnings and communications, takes off Tuesday and should be up and running by the end of the week. Advanced air-to-air missiles head to the United Arab Emirates to counter attacks. Gulf countries like the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia face ongoing Iranian missile and drone strikes that started late. February, Australia used the same plane before to support Ukraine against Russia. More than 2,600 Australians have made it home on commercial flights so far. Officials report most travelers caught in the conflict are back safely. Four Minister Penny Wong notes buses are helping stranded folks in Kuwait

1:00where the airport shut down with similar aid for those in Bahrain. Albinese stresses no offensive moves or ground troops against Iran. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Headphones in a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive. S-o-l-i-soli-pillow.com