More than 100 Australians and their family members have been whisked out of Tel Aviv on a mercy flight fleeing the tensions in the Middle East.
The Australian Defence Force helped organize a flight out of Israel for 119 Australians and their families. The government is committed to assisting Australians who wish to leave the region.
Australians in both Iran and Israel have been registering with the government for help amid the 12-day war between the two nations.
Wong acknowledged thousands of Australians were in a difficult situation.
Senator Wong expressed concern for the Australians in Iran and Israel, as well as their families back in Australia who are anxious about their well-being in these challenging circumstances.
Consular officers remain positioned at the Iran-Azerbaijan border to assist departing Australians.
If any Australian citizens require immediate consular support, they can reach out to DFAT’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre at +61 2 6261 3305 (if calling from overseas) or 1300 555 135 (for calls within Australia).
