Radio National Breakfast

Warren Clark, CEO of the National Road Transport Association and advocate for Australia’s trucking industry, warns of crisis as surging fuel costs strain operators. He discusses contract gaps that leave small carriers exposed. He urges suspension of the road user charge and emergency measures to prevent supply chain disruption and regional diesel shortages.

Dania Thafer, Executive Director of the Gulf International Forum and Gulf security expert. She discusses Gulf fears of Iranian retaliation and threats to critical infrastructure. She covers missile-defence performance and Iran’s long-range strike reach. She explains Gulf reliance on US and other partners and how third-party powers complicate regional calculations.

Mick Mulroy, retired CIA paramilitary officer and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East, offers concise analysis of Iran’s threats and regional security. He discusses the risks of a 48‑hour ultimatum, Iran’s warning to close the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrations of long‑range missile capability, and the search for a diplomatic off‑ramp to avoid broader escalation.

Energy prices have sharply surged on global markets following Israeli strikes on Iran's South Pars gas field - the world's largest natural gas reserve.Iran has retaliated with strikes targeting major energy infrastructure inside Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the U-A-E.U-S President Donald Trump says America knew nothing of Israel's attack on South Pars - promising that Israel will launch no more attacks on Iranian oil infrastructure.Also, the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet has asked Treasury to model "new levy options" as a means of taxing windfall profits of gas companies, as the government tries to shield Australians from the economic impacts of the conflict.Fuel prices have risen sharply around the world since Iran began its effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz - a key shipping route for about a fifth of the world's oil.The federal government yesterday launched a taskforce to manage fuel supply, while the ACCC announced a probe into price gouging.Meanwhile, strong winds and heavy rain have begun lashing far north Queensland... as severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall this morning.Queensland Premier David Crisafulli warned it could be one of the biggest cyclones "in living memory".And, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burkehave attended Eid Prayers at Lakemba Mosque this morning.But they were met with boos and demands for them to leave from some attending. Start each day with comprehensive coverage and analysis of national and international events, and hear interviews with the people who matter today

The Prime Minister says the US and Israel have "achieved" their goal of diminishing Iran's nuclear program and he can now see an end to the Middle East crisis.But Anthony Albanese has moved to sure up Australia's fuel supply lines with a new taskforce, as the opposition accuses him of being flat-footed on the issue.The Friday political panel breaks down what it means.Guests: Greg Brown, Chief Political Reporter at The Australian / John Kehoe, Economics Editor at The Australian Financial Review / Stephanie Borys, Radio National Breakfast Political CorrespondentProducer: Jason Whittaker

Strong winds and heavy rain have begun lashing far north Queensland with Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle making landfall this morning. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli warned it could be one of the biggest cyclones "in living memory". A cyclone warning has been issued for most of Cape York including areas from Lockhart River to Cape Flattery and to the west between Mapoon and Pormpuraaw.  Guest: Matt Smith MP, Member for LeichardtProducer: Tyler Hall

The Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet has asked Treasury to model "new levy options" as a means of taxing windfall profits of gas companies, as the government tries to shield Australians from the economic impacts of the conflict in the Middle East.Fuel prices have risen sharply around the world since Iran began its effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz - a key shipping route for about a fifth of the world's oil.The federal government yesterday launched a task force to manage fuel supply, while the ACCC announced a probe into price gouging.GUEST: Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and EnergyPRODUCER: Isadora Bogle 

Energy prices have been soaring, as Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues and after Israel struck Iran's South Pars facility - the largest natural gas field in the world.But in developing news overnight, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will hold off on any further attacks on the gas field, following a request form the US President. Meanwhile Israel's Haifa oil refinery has been damaged by what Israeli media describes as fallen shrapnel - following missile barrages from Iran.Guest: David Mencer, Government Spokesman for the National Public Diplomacy Directorate in the Office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin NetanyahuProducer: Grace Stranger

South Australians have been swarming polling booths this week ahead of the state election tomorrow. According to the polls and pundits, the Labor government of Premier Peter Malinauskas is set to be returned with a sizeable majority.But the opposition benches could look very different; with a surging One Nation confident of securing multiple seats.Guest: Ben Raue, Electoral analyst and founder of The Tally RoomProducer: Tyler Hall

They say in war, there are no winners - but far away from the conflict in the Middle East, one leader may be quietly cashing in.As the Iran conflict drives up oil prices and shifts global focus, Moscow could be emerging as a beneficiary.GUEST: Kurt Volker, President of Alliance Strategic Advisors and former US ambassador to NATOPRODUCER: Grace Stranger & Eddy Diamond