Herald Sun | Commander of Australian forces in Middle East says they are 'ready for combat' 9news.com.au The commander of Australian forces in the Middle East said the troops are ready to begin air strikes the moment the order is given. Cabinet is expected to sign off on military action this week, as our troops and jets were put through their paces. Six Super ... Australians Ready to Fight IS in Iraq RAAF starts dry runs before Iraq mission RAAF task group ready for Iraq combat |