Australians in Israel Urged to Reconsider Need to Stay in Wake of Missile Attacks

Australia has issued a “reconsider need to travel” alert for Israel after Iran launched a massive missile attack on the eve of the nation’s Jewish New Year celebrations.
Media reports have suggested around 200 missiles were fired into Israel by Iran on Oct. 1.
The alert comes as Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese issued a statement on X, formerly Twitter.
“Australia condemns Iran’s missile attack on Israel,” he said.
“This is an extremely dangerous escalation—Australia and the global community have been clear in our calls for de-escalation.
“Further hostilities put civilians at risk.”
Albanese encouraged Australians in Israel to follow the advice of local authorities and to reconsider their need to remain in Israel….