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Supporting ‘illegal aggression’ against Iran ‘the worst thing’ Australia could do, international law experts say

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Supporting ‘illegal aggression’ against Iran ‘the worst thing’ Australia could do, international law experts say
Ben Saul says ‘rolling over’ after Israel and US attack is counterproductive for middle powers because it undermines rules-based order
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Ben Saul says ‘rolling over’ after Israel and US attack is counterproductive for middle powers because it undermines rules-based order

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International law experts have criticised Australia for “rolling over” and backing what they say is an illegal attack by Israel and the US on Iran.

The foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, endorsed the fresh war by stating that “Australia supports action to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to prevent Iran from continuing to threaten international peace and security”.

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Source: Guardian - World News

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