Israel reduces troops in south Gaza, Rafah in sights
Six months after the war in Gaza began, Israel withdrew some soldiers from the south and has Rafah in its sights, even as it prepares for more ceasefire talks.
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Ukraine denies it was behind strike on nuclear plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency has repeated calls for Ukraine and Russia not to "jeopardise nuclear safety" after Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant was hit.
Israeli military reduces troops in southern Gaza
The Israeli military says it has withdrawn all ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip except for one brigade.
Three killed in Russian strike on village: Ukraine
Two men and a woman have died after a house in a Ukrainian village on the front line was hit by a Russian shell, a local official said.
Gaza ceasefire talks amid increased aid efforts
Hamas, US and Israeli officials are set to take part in ceasefire talks amid increased efforts to bring aid to people in Gaza.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy warns of dwindling missiles
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says if Russia is going to continue its long-range aerial bombardment, Ukraine must have more air defence missiles.
Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits New York City region
An earthquake has shaken the densely populated New York City metropolitan area, with residents reporting they felt rumbling across the northeast of the US.
Israeli army mistook aid workers for gunmen: inquiry
Israel's army says an inquiry into the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza concluded there were serious errors and breaches of procedure by the military.
Australians missing as Taiwan quake death toll hits 12
Two Australians are missing in Taiwan as rescuers continue to search for survivors following a massive earthquake that's killed at least 12 people.
Israel sacks officers after aid workers killed in Gaza
The Israeli military has dismissed two officers for their roles in air strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission.
Six dead, 10 injured in Russian strike on Ukraine: Kyiv
Ukraine's second-largest city has been attacked by Russian drones, with at least six people dead and 10 injured, officials say.
Wider bird flu spread worrying, animal health body says
The head of the World Organisation for Animal Health says it is worrying to see the spread of bird flu to more different species.
Russian, Ukrainian drone attacks kill several: reports
Ukrainian officials say four people have been killed in Russian attacks while authorities in Russian-controlled areas say Ukrainian strikes killed six people.
Ministers mark 75 years of NATO, agree on Ukraine aid
NATO ministers have agreed to start planning for a bigger role in getting military aid to Ukraine as they commemorated 75 years of the trans-Atlantic alliance.
Senior US diplomat links AUKUS submarine pact to Taiwan
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell has linked the AUKUS submarine project to growing tensions over Taiwan during a speech to a US think tank.
Israel targeted my workers ‘systematically’: aid boss
The bodies of six foreign aid workers killed in Israeli strikes have been transported out of the Gaza Strip and into Egypt.
Ukraine signs Finland deal, warns of Russia troop plans
Finland and Ukraine have signed a 10-year deal to commit to long-term security co-operation.
Taiwan miners rescued as earthquake injuries top 1000
Six miners have been flown to safety amid efforts to save hundreds of people trapped after a powerful earthquake hit Taiwan, killing nine and hurting over 1000.
Nine dead as Taiwan hit by strongest quake in 25 years
At least nine people are dead, more than 800 injured and dozens still trapped after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Taiwan, officials say.
Trump calls migrants ‘animals’ during campaign speech
Donald Trump says Latin American nations are intentionally sending their criminals into the United States.
Ukraine lowers army draft age, hits deeper into Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his country's forces are answering Russian strikes with "longer-range responses".
US and Chinese presidents discuss Taiwan, Ukraine
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping has discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues in a phone call.
Fire kills 29 at Istanbul nightclub during renovations
Turkish officials say at least 29 people have died after a fire erupted at an Istanbul nightclub undergoing renovations.
Israel says Israeli strike unintentionally hit aid team
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is responsible for a "tragic" and unintentional strike on aid workers, including an Australian, in the Gaza Strip.
Russian oil refinery hit in Ukrainian drone strike
Ukraine has launched one of its deepest drone attacks in Russian territory, striking its third-largest oil refinery in an industrial region near Moscow.
Trump posts $US175 million bond in civil fraud case
Donald Trump has posted $US175 million bond to avert asset seizure while he appeals civil fraud penalty.
Israeli troops withdraw from Gaza’s largest hospital
Israeli forces have pulled out of Gaza's main hospital after a two-week raid, hailing the operation as a success while residents report widespread destruction.
US ‘deeply troubled’ as Israeli strike kills aid team
An Australian from a non-governmental organisation has been killed in an Israeli air strike on Gaza as the US calls the attack "deeply troubling".
Iran vows revenge on Israel after Syria embassy attack
Iran has vowed revenge after a suspected Israeli air strike levelled an Iranian consulate building in Damascus, killing at least seven people.
Syria’s Iran consulate leveled in possible Israel hit
A suspected Israeli air strike has leveled an Iranian consulate building in Damascus killing at least six people.
Ukraine urges endurance, Russia targets infrastructure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called on Ukrainians to defend themselves against Russian aggression after an attack by the Russian air force.