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‘We Had to Beat the Drones’: The Race for Australians Caught in Israel-Iran Conflict
AUSTRALIA, JUN 16 – Over 700 Australians have requested government help to leave Israel and Iran amid escalating missile strikes as officials plan assisted departures when airspace reopens.
- On Monday, June 16, 2025, Iran launched missiles that struck Tel Aviv, Israel, escalating a missile exchange between the two countries over the weekend.
- The conflict began after Israel attacked Iran's military leaders and nuclear sites due to Iran violating the 2015 nuclear deal by enriching uranium beyond limits.
- Iran fired over 100 missiles and hundreds of drones, killing at least five in Israel, while Israel destroyed a third of Iran's missile launchers and claimed aerial superiority.
- About 1,250 Australians registered for evacuation from Iran and Israel amid closed airspace, with officials preparing for assisted departures as soon as safety allows.
- Australian and international leaders urged restraint and diplomacy to prevent further escalation, fearing Iran's nuclear capabilities pose a broader regional security threat.
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