CANBERRA, ACT, June 15 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
The Australian Government welcomes the agreement by the United States and Iran.
Australia has long called for de‑escalation and an end to the conflict, including in Lebanon. As we have said, the longer this war goes on, the greater the impact will be.
Continued restraint and constructive engagement will be essential to prevent further escalation and secure a lasting agreement.
We are pleased the agreement between the US and Iran includes steps towards reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the restoration of freedom of navigation. While full recovery will take time, restoring this vital trade corridor is essential to easing pressure on energy...