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RAAF jets complete first armed mission over Iraq

Australian fighter jets have flown their first combat mission over Iraq, with a pair of F/A-18F Super Hornets returning safely to base without attacking any targets.
The mission came as Dutch and Belgian warplanes also joined the US-led coalition targeting Islamic State fighters who have seized territory in the country's north and west.
Chief of the Defence Force Mark Binskin said the two Australian jets were armed, but did not launch air strikes.
In a brief statement on social media, he said both returned safely to their base in the United Arab Emirates.
Former Army chief Peter Leahy said Islamic State fighters had dispersed and melted away into urban areas, making them a "much harder target".

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Business

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Iron ore costs cut
BHP Billiton announces plans to significantly cut costs associated with its Australian iron ore operations.
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Analysis & Opinion from The Drum

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World

Asia Pacific

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Sport

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ABC Fact Check

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Rural

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