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Australia will assist Coalition forces to monitor the safe passage of vessels amid growing tensions in the Persian Gulf, after official requests from the United States and Britain. Prime Minister Scott Morrison confirmed Australia's contribution will be modest, meaningful and time-limited.

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Australia will assist Coalition forces to monitor the safe passage of vessels amid growing tensions in the Persian Gulf, after official requests from the United States and Britain. Prime Minister Scott Morrison confirmed Australia's contribution will be modest, meaningful and time-limited.

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