Labor Urges De-escalation After Trump Criticises Australia

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference in Washington, DC, on April 6, 2026. Alex Wong/Getty ImagesThe Albanese government has renewed calls for de-escalation in the Middle East conflict after U.S. President Donald Trump criticised Australia for failing to support Washington’s actions against Iran.Australian leaders moved quickly to emphasise restraint, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese avoiding direct engagement with Trump’s remarks and instead focusing on the broader risks of escalation.