A long-haul British Airways flight has exposed the confronting reality airlines face when a passenger dies mid-air, with strict protocols guiding what happens next.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to target Iranian power plants if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route.
Donald Trump has signalled the US may reduce military action against Iran as strikes hit Natanz and fears grow over oil supply disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
Global tensions are impacting fuel deliveries to Australia, with Chris Bowen confirming shipments have been delayed amid the Strait of Hormuz disruption.
Australia has joined international allies in committing to protect the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping lane, which has been virtually shut by the Iran conflict.
ANDREW GREENE: Questions remain unanswered over the role of Australian Navy personnel aboard a US submarine involved in a strike on an Iranian warship.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has batted away claims by President Donald Trump that Australia should be getting more involved in the Middle East conflict.
US President Donald Trump has taken a thinly-veiled swipe at the Albanese Government, saying he was ‘surprised’ Australia said no to joining American military efforts against Iran.