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Australia news LIVE: Israeli ambassador breaks silence after IDF soldiers cleared; Trump announces Iran sanctions; Swans fallout continues

Sydney Morning Herald - National · 20 August 2026 at 1:21 pm

Australia news LIVE: Israeli ambassador breaks silence after IDF soldiers cleared; Trump announces Iran sanctions; Swans fallout continues

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