The Australian Defence Minister stated that Canberra supports freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and is working with partners, including France and the United Kingdom, on this issue. However, he indicated that Australia will only contribut

2026-04-14

The Australian Defence Minister stated that Canberra supports freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and is working with partners, including France and the United Kingdom, on this issue. However, he indicated that Australia will only contribute to efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if a permanent ceasefire is achieved.