‘Transit is travel’: Smartraveller toughens language on UAE, Qatar visits
Smartraveller updated its warnings for Australian travelers to Qatar and the UAE on Sunday amid rising conflict in the region. The Department of Foreign Affairs noted unpredictable security risks, citing recent Iranian missile attacks targeting multiple Middle Eastern countries. Travelers are advised to reconsider their need to transit or travel to these nations due to the escalating situation.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 02:01 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 02:10 UTC
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