Ukraine seeks G7, NATO help for battered air defences
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has joined the G7 meeting of foreign ministers, asking for more air defence systems after military aid to Kyiv slowed.
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Israeli missiles hit site in Iran: Report
Israeli missiles have reportedly hit a site in Iran, with flights diverted over Iranian airspace.
Trump hush money trial loses two jurors: judge
Lawyers are searching for jurors in Donald Trump's hush money trial after a judge said one was excused after feeling "intimidated" by media reports.
Hiccups in Solomon Is vote but results expected soon
Some hiccups were experienced in the Solomon Islands' largest-ever and most-closely-watched election, authorities say.
Trump hush money trial loses intimidated juror: judge
Lawyers are searching for jurors in Donald Trump's hush money trial after a judge said one woman was excused after feeling "intimidated" by media reports.
Bob Carr slams AUKUS in warning to New Zealand
New Zealand should not align with AUKUS, Australia's former foreign minister Bob Carr says, so long as the US pursues a "primacy"-based foreign policy.
Solomon Islanders have voted, election count to begin
Counting is due to begin in the Solomon Islands' election, as Australia's deputy prime minister said the nation would work closely with whoever was elected.
UN Security Council to vote on Palestine UN membership
The 15-member United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on a Palestinian request for full membership of the world body.
Zelenskiy begs for air defence aid as 17 die in strikes
At least 17 people have been killed and more than 60 injured in strikes on the Ukrainian city of Chernihiv as the nation's president continues to call for aid.
EU leaders back new Iran sanctions after Israel attack
European Union leaders have agreed on new sanctions targeting Iran for its direct attack on Israel.
Zelenskiy signs draft law to reinforce Ukraine troops
More than two years into the war, Ukraine says Russian forces are outnumbering its own by up to 10 times.
First seven jurors chosen in Trump hush money trial
The first seven jurors have been selected to serve on Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial as the selection process continues to choose a 12-member panel.
United States and allies plan more sanctions on Iran
Israel's military chief of staff has promised Iran's launch of more than 300 missiles and drones at Israeli territory "will be met with a response".
US tells UK court Assange would not face death penalty
The United States government has provided an assurance regarding the treatment of Julian Assange if he is extradited.
Polls close in closely watched Solomon Islands election
International allies, old and new, are keenly watching as the Solomon Islands' pro-Beijing prime minister tries to hold on to power in the Pacific nation.
Israeli tanks push back in Gaza’s north, jets hit Rafah
Residents of the northern Gaza Strip say Israeli tanks have pushed into the area for the first time in weeks.
Leaders urge calm as Solomons considers economy, China
The Solomon Islands have been forced into a pre-election lull as it approaches a pivotal vote set to affect Australia and China.
Axe falls on Newshub as Stuff enters NZ broadcast mix
From July, Media company Stuff will produce a nightly bulletin for New Zealand's only commercial broadcasters Three, replacing its Newshub newsroom.
Zelenskiy, commanders consider action on Ukraine front
Ukraine President Voldoymyr Zelenskiy has issued a fresh plea for air defences to protect against Russian strikes on cities and infrastructure.
US says Hamas remains barrier to Gaza hostage deal
The Israeli army has called on Palestinians not to return to the northern part of the Gaza Strip as the United States says Hamas remains the barrier to a truce.
Israeli military vows response to Iran attack
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has summoned his war cabinet for the second time in less than 24 hours to weigh a response to Iran's missile and drone attack.
Trump to return to criminal court for jury selection
Donald Trump's hush-money trial enters a second day to select jurors who will consider the case of the first former US president to face criminal charges.
Trump makes history with NY hush money criminal trial
Donald Trump becomes the first former US president to face a criminal trial when jury selection begins in a case involving hush money paid to a porn star.
US to announce $A150m extra aid for Sudan
A year after war broke out in Sudan, killing thousands and displacing millions, the US will announce an additional $A154m in aid as it issues a plea for peace.
United States won’t help Israel retaliate against Iran
Israel says it has made plans for offensive and defensive action in response to Iran's bombardment, but Iran says any retaliation would escalate hostilities.
Zelenskiy says Ukraine needs same support as Israel
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine needs the sort of allied support from Russian attacks that Israel received when Iran attacked.
Colours nailed to the mast in Solomons street parades
Solomon Islanders have flooded the streets in support of their candidates in a national election closely watched by US and Chinese allies
Voters dream of better future for the Solomons
Under the strain of the nation's population tripling in the past 45 years, government services in the Solomon Islands are stretched.
Israel govt opponents rally amid deadlock on hostages
Opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have rallied in Israel amid a deadlock in diplomatic efforts to retrieve hostages held by Hamas.
Iran warns Israel against retaliation for air strikes
Fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East are growing as Israel vows victory over Iran following Tehran's retaliatory drone and missile strike.
‘Ukraine shelling kills 10’ in Russian-controlled town
An attack on the Russian-controlled Ukrainian town of Tokmak has killed 10 people, including three children, local officials say.