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Barnaby Joyce Calls for Navy Ship to Strait of Hormuz, Regrets Fuel Reserves
Call for Navy Deployment to Strait of Hormuz
Barnaby Joyce, an One Nation MP and former Nationals leader, has called for Australia to dispatch a navy ship to the Strait of Hormuz. This move is suggested in the context of ongoing conflict in the Middle East, signaling a potential for Australia to increase its involvement in regional security. Joyce's remarks came during an interview where Middle East conflict was a key discussion point.
Regrets Over Emergency Fuel Reserves
Joyce also stated his regret over not having done more to secure emergency fuel reserves when the Coalition was in power. Speaking with David Speers, he discussed fuel shortages and the broader implications of the Middle East situation. The interview also touched upon recent controversial comments made by Pauline Hanson, highlighting various domestic and international concerns.
*Source: YouTube: ABC Australia (2026-03-15)*
