Iran war economic shocks will last 'months', says Australia's PM
Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the "months ahead may not be easy" amid the global effects of the war.
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"Australia is not an active participant in this war. But all Australians are paying higher prices because of it."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
"The months ahead may not be easy."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
"You should go about your business and your life, as normal."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
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Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the "months ahead may not be easy" amid the global effects of the war.
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