Albanese reiterated that Australia’s position had not changed despite repeated assertions from Washington.

Delivered through Australian Trade and Investment Commission, the 12-month service aims to keep Australian goods moving into international markets, while also helping exporters identify alternative routes and destinations.

“I am permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz. I am doing it for them, also – and the world. This situation will never happen again.”

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard reportedly released footage showing a confrontation between its naval forces and US warships in the strait

US President Donald Trump has declared victory over Iran even as marathon peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, drag on without a deal, highlighting the deep divide between political rhetoric and diplomatic reality.

The leaders pointed to the economic fallout of the Middle East crisis, reaffirming their backing for a ceasefire and urging negotiations to bring the conflict to a close.

"I hope and pray people who created this cancerous state on Palestinian land to get rid of European jews burn in hell."

In a series of posts on social media, Pahlavi acknowledged the ceasefire had “disheartened many” but said it should not be seen as a setback, urging supporters to remain “patient” and prepared for what he described as a decisive moment.

Amjad Taha's remarks, while highly charged, reflect a broader unease among some Gulf observers who question whether Pakistan’s diplomacy is guided by principle or expediency.

Prime Minister Albanese’s office, described the threat of damage to civilian infrastructure as “an extraordinary statement”