Australia politics live: Australia condemns Iran’s attacks on Gulf states at UN debate

Australia co- resolution affirming support for sovereignty and security of Gulf states. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In non-politics news, Tropical Cyclone Narelle has intensified once again and this time threatens Western Australia’s Kimberley coast after wreaking havoc across northern Queensland and the Northern Territory since last week. Communities in the state’s world heritage-listed Shark Bay are preparing for a potential direct hit tomorrow night, and although Perth is likely to escape a direct hit the city will see heavy rainfall, forecasters think. We reiterate our call for Iran and its proxies to cease all such attacks immediately. Australia stands in solidarity with members of the Gulf Cooperation Council and Jordan and affirms support for their sovereignty, security and territorial integrity, including by co-sponsoring their resolution, we recognise the profound impact that Iran’s actions are having on civilian populations in the region. Australia continues to call on all parties to uphold international humanitarian law, to protect civilians, including humanitarian personnel.