The US-Iran conflict has entered a new phase, with a 15-point plan reportedly sent by the US to Iran, and Pakistan's Prime Minister offering to host talks. The war, now in its 26th day, has seen a surge in fuel prices in Australia, with hundreds of service stations running out of fuel. The Iranian government has responded with a Lego-style animated video mocking the US, while a Thai oil tanker has safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz after diplomatic efforts. The conflict has also led to a ban on Iranian tourists in Australia and a rise in the death toll, with over 1500 people killed in Iran and Lebanon, and 16 in Israel. The US has also faced criticism for its handling of the war, with a spokesperson mocking Trump's claim of negotiations. The conflict has had a significant impact on the Australian economy, with shares soaring and oil prices falling on hopes of a ceasefire. However, the war has also had a negative impact on public transport use in Victoria and NSW, with a decrease in trips compared to the same period last year. The Australian government has taken steps to address the fuel crisis, including releasing a portion of the nation's fuel stockpile and boosting fuel supply to regional service stations. The war has also had a psychological impact, with asylum seeker advocates slamming the Iranian tourist ban as a 'massive betrayal' of the Iranian community.
