Drone Strike at UAE Base, Aussie Troops Safe

0:00What's up Sydney? This is Sydney News Today, bringing you the city's fastest updates on what is happening now. A drone strike targeted the Al-Minhad Air Base in the United Arab Emirates over the weekend, home to Australia's main defense headquarters in the region. Defense Minister Richard Marles confirmed all Australian troops. There are safe and accounted for, with more than 100 personnel spread across. The Middle East. This attack happened amid rising tensions from United States and Israeli strikes on Iran, which prompted Iranian retaliation against nearby nations. The base has supported Australian missions since 2003. Liberal Front Bencher Andrew Hasty called belief in a rules-based world-ordered pure fantasy land. He argued power now drives global affairs and prefers a strong United States rebuilding deterrence over rivals like Russia pushing their interests. Marles backed the strikes, saying Iran cannot be trusted on its nuclear program and stopping it is key to worldwide security. He left legal questions to the United States and Israel.

1:03Meanwhile, officials are planning support for 115,000 Australians in the area facing flight chaos. Foreign Minister Penny Wong talked with her UAE counterpart, who assured help for stranded citizens, including meals and accommodations. Deanon is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Salipillo is a pillow with built-in headphones. Lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-Sally pillow dot com.