Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed a newly announced peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran on Monday, June 17, 2024 [2].

The statement signals Australia's support for diplomatic resolutions to Middle Eastern conflicts, which often impact global shipping lanes and international security.

Albanese said Australia has consistently called for de-escalation and an end to the conflict. He said the agreement is in the interest of people within the region and the entire world. The deal was first announced on Sunday, June 15, 2024 [1].

"Australia welcomes the agreement between the United States of America and Iran; we have called consistently for a de‑escalation and for an end to this conflict," Albanese said.

He said the agreement must remain stable to ensure the end of regional military conflict. The Prime Minister's remarks in Canberra follow a broader wave of international reactions to the pact. Other world leaders have described the deal as a critical step toward regional stability, and the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Reports on the deal's implementation vary among sources. Some indicate the agreement is already in force, while others suggest it is expected to take effect this coming Friday.

"We want this agreement to stick, because it is in the interest of people in that region to end the military conflict, but it’s also in the interest of the entire world," Albanese said.

“Australia welcomes the agreement between the United States of America and Iran”

The endorsement by Australia reflects a strategic preference for stability in the Middle East, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz. By backing the U.S.–Iran deal, Australia aligns itself with a multilateral approach to preventing regional military escalation that could disrupt global trade and energy markets.