CANBERRA, June 15 — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday welcomed the peace deal between the U.S. and Iran and issued a call for both sides to show continued restraint. In a joint statement with Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong, Albanese said that the Australian government is “pleased” that the agreement includes steps towards re-opening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring freedom of navigation. “Australia has long called for de-escalation and an end to the conflict, including in Lebanon. As we have said, the longer this war goes on, the greater the impact will be,” they said. “Continued restraint and constructive engagement will be essential to prevent further escalation and secure a lasting agreement.” They said that Australia will continue to promote peace, stability and security in the Middle East and that the government would do everything possible to protect Australians from the “worst impacts” of the conflict.
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