We've reviewed our advice for Israel & the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Due to the deteriorating security situation, we've raised our level of advice. (1/2)

UPDATE: Australians in the Middle East Latest information on the Australian Government’s response to the unfolding situation in Israel. For urgent consular assistance, call +61 2 6261 3305 overseas or 1300 555 135 within Australia.

Australian citizens or permanent residents in Iran, Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories can register at crisis.dfat.gov.au For urgent consular assistance, call • +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas • 1300 555 135 in Australia

For information on assisted departures for Australian citizens or permanent residents, make sure you register on the DFAT crisis registration portal crisis.dfat.gov.au (1/2)

ISRAEL UPDATE The Australian Government has facilitated two bus transfers for Australians from Tel Aviv to Amman. More assisted departures are planned from Sunday, subject to conditions on the ground. Airspace remains closed.

We are aware of reports that airspace in Israel may reopen soon. We’re contacting registered Australians who want to leave Israel about assisted departures. Register on crisis.dfat.gov.au We also continue to help Australians leave by land border crossing to Jordan.

On #WomenInDiplomacy Day, we recognise the leadership and impact of women in shaping foreign policy. Hear from some of DFAT’s senior diplomats on why diverse voices matter in international affairs.

An Australian Government assisted-departure flight has safely transported 119 Australians and family members from Tel Aviv. Commercial flights from Israel have resumed with some restrictions. DFAT officers remain at the Iran-Azerbaijan border to help Australians to leave Iran.

The security situation in #Israel and in the region is unpredictable. A ceasefire is currently in place between Israel and Iran. Regional tensions remain high and there continues to be a risk of further military conflict. Read and subscribe: smartraveller.gov.au/israel-and-occ…

My joint statement with Minister Anne Aly on the Melbourne synagogue attack.

Antisemitism has no place in Australia. Those responsible for the shocking acts in Melbourne last night must face the full force of the law and my Government will provide all necessary support toward this effort.

We've lowered the travel advice level and now advise reconsider your need to travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories overall due to the volatile security situation, armed conflict, civil unrest and terrorism. (1/2)

We continue to advise do not travel to Gaza and areas near the border with Gaza, border areas with Lebanon and the West Bank (excluding East Jerusalem). Read and subscribe: Smartraveller.gov.au/israel-and-occ… (2/2) Ralph King 🇦🇺🇮🇱

Australia has joined 25 other countries in an urgent message: the war in Gaza must end now. We call for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages and a full resumption of aid. See full text here: foreignminister.gov.au/minister/penny…

Additional large-scale military operations in Gaza will aggravate the catastrophic humanitarian situation, endanger the lives of the hostages, and further risk the mass displacement of civilians.

Australia joins international partners in rejecting Israel’s decision to further escalate military operations in Gaza. foreignminister.gov.au/minister/penny…

Joint statement on the humanitarian situation in Gaza foreignminister.gov.au/minister/penny…