Tears and anguish as Iran soccer team fly home

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Here’s what we know so far

• The conflict in Iran has continued with a surge of Iranian missiles towards targets across the Middle East.
• The Iranian women’s soccer team has flown home to Iran amid tearful scenes and a heavy police presence at Sydney airport. One player reportedly attempted to leave the team at the boarding gate, while players were seen in tears as they were ushered onto the flight. Iranian-Australian supporters of the team protested their departure at the airport and urged players to seek asylum in Australia amid fears for their safety upon their return to Iran.
• Police at the airport told protesters that two Iranian players chose to stay in Australia at the last minute, according to a video from one of the protesters.

• Opposition Leader Angus Taylor says the Coalition “strongly supports” the government’s deployment of aircraft and missiles into the Middle East.

• David Littleproud has resigned as the leader of the Nationals, triggering a new leadership race in the party.