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Send tanks and jets: opposition demands PM step up war aid for Ukraine

Andrew Tillett

The opposition is accusing the Albanese government of “no longer pulling its weight”, cranking up pressure to urgently provide fresh military aid to Ukraine, including fighter jets, tanks and lightly armoured four-wheel-drives.

In a letter to Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Defence Minister Richard Marles, their opposition counterparts Simon Birmingham and Andrew Hastie warned the government risked damaging Australia’s international reputation if more support was not forthcoming.

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Andrew Tillett writes on politics, foreign affairs, defence and security from the Canberra press gallery. Connect with Andrew on Facebook and Twitter. Email Andrew at andrew.tillett@afr.com

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