Can Australia help Ukraine win the war?

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3 years ago

October 27, 2022

The Australian Defence Force is set to deploy troops to the United Kingdom in an effort to train Ukrainian soldiers

The Australian Defence Force is set to deploy troops to the United Kingdom in an effort to train Ukrainian soldiers and help them defend their nation against Putin’s invasion.

Dubbed Operation ‘Inteflex’, the 70 personnel will not enter Ukraine but will join the British-led training effort just after Christmas.

The deployment is part of a whole-of-government effort to support Ukraine in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.

“Australia has been unequivocal in its bipartisan support for Ukraine and its condemnation of President Putin.
We will continue to stand up for freedom and democracy.
This is a not just about Ukraine’s sovereignty; the brave people of Ukraine are defending international law, rules and norms.”
Anthony Albanese, Australian Prime Minister

Australia has condemned Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea, with this latest commitment building on the country’s existing support for Ukraine.

Additionally, the government will send a further 30 Bushmaster vehicles to Ukraine later this year.

Australia’s federal budget set aside more than $200 million in aid for the war-torn nation.

The nation’s total financial support for Ukraine now tops $655 million.

Iran live updates: Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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5 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears

Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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6 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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6 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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