In response to the ongoing Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea region, the Australian government has announced an increase in its military support. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirmed that the arms used by the Houthis against ships in the Red Sea are sourced from Iran. To counter these attacks, Australia is sending additional Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel to assist in the combined efforts of the US and UK. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles stated that the deployment represents an increased contribution to the operations targeting Houthi rebels. However, it was revealed that the increase amounts to just six ADF specialists, who will assist in planning strike actions. Critics argue that this contribution is insufficient.
Australia's latest contribution to the fight against Houthi rebels in the Red Sea turns out to be just half a dozen ADF specialists. Announced as support for 'strike action' the 6 extra staff will help plan operations. Critics say it's not enough. https://t.co/Rql2EcSX9d #ADF https://t.co/Kh9WGDGXFA
#BREAKING: Australia will increase its military presence in the Middle East, sending more troops to assist allied forces in fighting Houthi rebels. #9News MORE: https://t.co/lBc8lDdoeD https://t.co/Mw11wV74t6
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has confirmed the ADF personnel being deployed to the Red Sea region are an “increased contribution” to US and UK headquarters operating strikes against Houthi rebels. https://t.co/3ra6G2Kr5L
The Albanese government has revealed it will be sending increased ADF support for the combined US and UK actions targeting the Houthi rebels continuing attacks in the Red Sea region and disrupting supply chains. https://t.co/mI2AoLoESW
I also asked the Defence Secretary, Grant Shapps, what are the sources of the arms which the Houthis are using against ships in the Red Sea. Answer? Iran. https://t.co/BjpaAHvfkt