Middle East conflict
David SOUTHWICK (Caulfield) (15:46): In these difficult times for Melbourne’s Jewish community I stand in unwavering support of the State of Israel as it exercises its right to self-defence, defending itself from escalating threats from the Iran terrorist regime. While Israel targets nuclear sites and military targets, Iran targets innocent civilians. We will hopefully not forget this time when Israel did the world a favour to rid Iran of nuclear weapons. Our hearts go out to our brothers and sisters in Israel and the people of Iran that have been caught up in the violence of this evil Iranian regime. Could I also say to everybody in my community: Am Yisrael Chai, and peace to all of you.