An academic in the UAE reflects on safety, fear, migration, and why conflict now reaches us all.

Since the escalation began, Iranian missile attacks have struck several locations in Israel, prompting heightened security measures across the country.

On Friday, the Australian Financial Review reported China had notified oil refiners to halt all exports, casting doubt over at least two cargoes due to be shipped to Australia.

Security personnel at the synagogue opened fire on the suspect, who was later found dead inside the burning vehicle.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong moved the motion on Tuesday, condemning Hanson’s remarks as “inflammatory and divisive” and reaffirming parliament’s support for migrant communities.

"My Government will do all we can to keep Australians safe and protect our personnel who are there in the region as well.”

Khamenei presided over Iran’s theocratic political system, established after the 1979 Islamic Revolution, in which ultimate authority rests with the Supreme Leader - an unelected clerical position.

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Southwick said the vandalism reflected a broader pattern of extremist behaviour and again called on Premier Jacinta Allan to take stronger action.

The four-day visit forms part of a broader diplomatic engagement aimed at reinforcing ties between Israel and Australia.