US President Donald Trump has warned that a major wave of attacks on Iran is still to come, describing the military operation as America's last chance to remove what he calls a 'sick and sinister regime'. Trump stated the offensive, dubbed Operation Epic Fury, should take four to five weeks and confirmed he would deploy US ground forces if necessary. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned the next phase of strikes will be 'even more punishing', while Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth insisted this is not another endless war or regime change operation, despite contradicting Trump's stated objectives.

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Trump warns biggest wave of Iran strikes yet to come

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Iran is deploying Shaheed suicide drones, the same weapons used by Russia in Ukraine, to attack Western targets including America's consulate in Dubai. These drones cost only $10,000-$20,000 to produce, feature fibreglass construction with GPS systems and 50 kilograms of high explosive, and fly low and slow to evade radar detection. The drones, powered by simple motorbike engines, are being mass-produced and can overwhelm sophisticated defence systems like the Iron Dome by attacking in groups of five to ten, making them significantly more cost-effective than the million-dollar interceptor missiles required to stop them.

Iran's $10,000 suicide drones evading billion-dollar defences

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The conflict in the Middle East has escalated beyond the region, with the US sinking an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka's coast and NATO intercepting an Iranian ballistic missile targeting Turkey. Iran has now struck 11 countries in the first 72 hours of expanded hostilities, including attacks on travel hubs in the United Arab Emirates. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong discusses the unpredictable nature of the spreading conflict, evacuation efforts for Australians in the region, and the importance of defence capabilities including the AUKUS partnership.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong speaks on Middle East conflict 

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Jacinta Allan has unveiled new details of the work-from-home laws she hopes will get her across the line in November's state election. New polling shows the Premier falling behind Jess Wilson on major issues.

Victoria's work-from-home rules explained

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Trump warns biggest wave of Iran strikes yet to come

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