Iranian strike near Al Minhad causes minor damage, Albanese confirms no Australian casualties; all you need to know about Australia’s Middle East hub and its military assets

An Iranian strike hit near Al Minhad Air Base in the UAE. The attack damaged military accommodation and medical facilities. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed no Australian personnel were injured. This is the second time the base has been targeted. Al Minhad Air Base is a key logistics hub for Australian forces in the Middle East.