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In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals why Australia can’t send warships to defend the Strait of Hormuz.

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National Politics Editor Andrew Greene unpacks why Australia won't be sending naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz, despite US calls for allies to help.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals why Australia can’t send warships to defend the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, author Craig Silvey hit with new child exploitation charges & will fuel be cheaper on Tuesday?

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