10-19-2024, 12:26 AM
The ABC understands air-to-air refuelling aircraft were part of the mission, although the defence department has declined to confirm.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-18/a.../104490578
Note: The initial reports of the B2s operating from RAAF Tindal were incorrect. The ABC wanted to exaggerate Australia's involvement in those airstrikes to make headlines. Look for more of those incidents in the future. However, unrelated Aukus developments/United States and Royal Navy submarines operating from Australia will likely send the media into similar frenzies.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-18/a.../104490578
Note: The initial reports of the B2s operating from RAAF Tindal were incorrect. The ABC wanted to exaggerate Australia's involvement in those airstrikes to make headlines. Look for more of those incidents in the future. However, unrelated Aukus developments/United States and Royal Navy submarines operating from Australia will likely send the media into similar frenzies.