Australia’s Air Task Group (ATG) consisting of six RAAF F/A-18F Super Hornets, an E-7A Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft and a KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft continue to support Operation OKRA with missions in Iraq. Nearly 400 personnel have deployed to the Middle East as part, or in direct support, of the Air Task Group. Australia’s efforts are in response to a request for assistance by the Iraqi Government in combating Daesh terrorists. Operation OKRA is the Australian Defence Force's contribution to the international effort to combat the Daesh terrorist threat in Iraq. Australia's contribution is being closely coordinated with the Iraqi government, Gulf nations and a broad coalition of international partners.
