Live: Wong confirms discussions with US over proposal to open Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has confirmed that Australia is in discussions with the United States regarding a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under a US-led international coalition. The initiative, called the Maritime Freedom Construct, could involve diplomatic, intelligence, or naval contributions from partner nations. Meanwhile, Health Minister Mark Butler stated the Australian government is not engaged with Syrian authorities over the potential return of Australians linked to Islamic State.
- ▪Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed Australia is in discussions with the US about a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪The US proposal involves forming an international coalition called the Maritime Freedom Construct for a 'post-conflict' scenario.
- ▪Australia may contribute through diplomacy, information sharing, sanctions enforcement, or naval presence.
- ▪Health Minister Mark Butler said the Australian government is not engaged with Syrian authorities regarding the return of Australians linked to Islamic State.
- ▪Independent MP Allegra Spender said the antisemitism royal commission's interim report raises concerns about reduced counterterrorism funding since 2020.
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liveFederal politics live: Wong confirms discussions with US over proposal to open Strait of HormuzBy political reporter Joshua BoscainiTopic:Government and Politics23m ago23 minutes agoThu 30 Apr 2026 at 9:10pmSkip to timelineabc.net.au/news/federal-politics-live-blog-hormux-discussions/106628974Link copiedShareShare articleThe foreign minister has confirmed Australia is in discussions with the US over its latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Follow all the updates in our live blog.
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