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Australian Military to Deploy Surveillance Aircraft in Gulf

Updated 2026-05-13 08:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

Australia has deployed an E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to the Gulf as part of a joint effort with UK and France to calm tensions with Iran. Defence Minister Marles left open the possibility of sending more assets.

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The Guardian

Australian military plane to join efforts to reopen strait of Hormuz, as Marles leaves door open to sending more assets

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2026-05-13 08:25 UTC