Overview

• The Australian Federal Police is leading a counter-terrorism investigation after a planned hijacking was disrupted and a man was arrested.
• Officials, including Health Minister Mark Butler, say there is no ongoing threat to the Australian community.
• The matter is before the court and suppression orders remain in place, restricting the release of the suspect’s identity and case details.
• Investigators are examining possible anti‑Semitic or pro–Middle Eastern motivations and assessing the practicality of a plan that would have required multiple refuelling stops.
• Home Affairs has engaged airport operators on potential security upgrades, with officials indicating operators would be expected to fund any changes.