There are moments in this life, and I mean this literally, when the pure unadulterated evil is unleashed on this world. The people of Israel lived through one such moment this weekend

I hope the next days will allow Israel to put an end to any attack against Israel's territory and free the hostages.

We'll provide whatever support is needed for Australian citizens, as Australia always does. We've provided political support for Israel, which is what the request has been at this time. And I think across the political spectrum here, this isn't a partisan issue