08/04/2026 21:25
The Guardian
Prime minister to hold talks with his counterpart to shore up fuel suppliesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWong says any further fighting in Lebanon risks ‘whole ceasefire’Wong spoke to RN Breakfast this morning about the statement, saying if fighting continues in Lebanon, “it risks the whole ceasefire across the region”.We don’t want that. We want the ceasefire to hold. We know it’s fragile. We know what it means for the world, and we know what it means for Australians at the petrol bowser.The statement also reflects what I said on 7:30 last night, which is we want the ceasefire to apply to Lebanon for the reasons you and I have discussed.These are the best of us, and they should be protected. They should not be at risk doing their job.Attacks that threaten the safety and security of humanitarian personnel must stop. International humanitarian law must be upheld by all parties to the conflict in all circumstances.Respect for international humanitarian law is essential to preserving human dignity, mitigating civilian harm, and maintaining the space needed for humanitarian action and access. Continue reading...
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