Australia said on Friday it had suspended operations at its embassy in Tehran, citing a deteriorating security situation as Israel hit Iran's nuclear facilities again, and the week-old air war showed no sign yet of an exit strategy from either side.

Australia’s ambassador will remain in the region to support the government’s response to the ongoing crisis, says Foreign Minister Penny Wong - Anadolu Ajansı

Australia has suspended operations at its embassy in Tehran due to the deteriorating security environment. It has directed the departure of all Australian officials, according to Foreign Minister Penny Wong.