Bob Carr (NSW, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Foreign Affairs) Share this | Hansard source

On Saturday the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade activated its 24-hour crisis centre to monitor developments and assist Australians in the region. The department continues to advise that Australians should not travel to Gaza and surrounding areas. Australians in Gaza should remain in a secure location indoors, monitor the media for information and contact the Australian embassy in Tel Aviv. Australians in Israel are advised to continue to exercise a high degree of caution. They should monitor local media and official announcements and follow the instructions of local authorities. If any Australians have concerns for the welfare of family and friends, they should first attempt to contact them directly. If unsuccessful, they should call the department's consular emergency centre within Australia or overseas.