Putin warns the West: Russia is ready for nuclear war
In an interview in the lead up to Russian elections, President Vladimir Putin says his country is technically ready for a nuclear war.
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Ukraine attacks Russia’s refineries for a second night
Russian officials say Ukraine drones have attacked energy facilities for the second night in a row, as three Ukrainian civilians are killed in a Russian strike.
First aid ship on route to starving Gazans
With road deliveries into Gaza proving difficult, dangerous or deadly, attention has shifted towards alternative routes including sea and air drops.
Rematch: Biden, Trump clinch presidential nominations
Joe Biden and Donald Trump have both secured enough delegates to win their party nominations for president in the November US election.
Sudan army regains control of TV, radio HQ from rivals
Sudan's army has wrested back control of the country's radio and television headquarters from the rival paramilitary group it has been battling for a year.
Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil refineries
Russian officials reported attacks on a slew of energy facilities, including a fire at Lukoil's NORSI refinery.
Aid ship bound for Gaza as Palestinians near famine
Marwan Issa will be the highest-ranking official from the Islamist militant movement killed by Israel if his death is confirmed.
NZ seizing black boxes from flight that injured 50
At least 50 passengers have been injured after a plane travelling from Sydney to Auckland experienced a "technical problem".
Three charged with conspiracy for terrorism in Italy
The men were suspected of planning attacks against civilians and military targets, according to police.
Sudan army general says Ramadan truce with RSF unlikely
Sudan's RSF paramilitary forces have welcomed a United Nations Security Council appeal for a truce in fighting during Ramadan but the army says it's unlikely.
Oppenheimer sweeps the Academy Awards with major Oscars
Christopher Nolan's blockbuster biopic Oppenheimer has won best picture at the Academy Awards.
Nolan wins best director Oscar for Oppenheimer
Britain's Christopher Nolan has won his first Oscar for directing Oppenheimer.
Robert Downey Jr wins best supporting Oscar
Three decades after receiving his first Academy Award nomination, Robert Downey Jr has won his first Oscar.
Ukraine rebuffs Pope calling for talks with Russia
Ukrainian and allied officials have criticised Pope Francis for saying Kyiv should have the "courage" to negotiate an end to the war with Russia.
Palestinians prepare for Ramadan in the shadow of war
Ramadan approaches, while security measure's in Jerusalem's Old City are heightened.
Oppenheimer’s Nolan and Murphy eye Oscars glory
Atomic bomb drama Oppenheimer is widely tipped to dominate the major prizes at this year's Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
Biden says Netanyahu ‘hurting Israel’ in TV interview
US President Joe Biden says Israel's threatened invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza would be his "red line".
Two killed in Russian artillery strikes in Ukraine
Russia is gaining momentum on the battlefield in Ukraine, continuing it's attacks while also shooting down drones and allegedly fighter jet.
Mediators at Gaza talks push to secure truce: Israel
As hopes for a truce in fighting in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan dim, Israel says negotiators are pushing to secure a ceasefire deal with Hamas.
Sudan’s RSF paramilitaries join call for Ramadan truce
Sudan is a step closer to a truce over the holy month of Ramadan after its Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group threw its support behind the plan.
EU eyes maritime aid corridor to Gaza amid famine fears
The US military plans to build a "temporary pier" on Gaza's Mediterranean coast, amid UN warnings of famine among the territory's 2.3 million people.
Trump’s family tightens grip on US Republican Party
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of former US president Donald Trump, has been elected co-chair of the Republican Party.
Safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant worsening: Kyiv
Ukraine's energy minister has warned of worsening safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant amid staffing and maintenance concerns.
Ballgowns and pantsuits: Oscars fashion to expect
What to expect on the red carpet of the 96th Academy Awards.
Israeli settlements expand by record amount: UN
The UN human rights chief has warned Israeli settlement expansion jeopardises Palestinian statehood.
Biden delivers fiery State of the Union address
President Joe Biden has taken on Donald Trump in a fierce speech to Congress as he laid out his case for four more years in the White House.
Israeli tank ‘likely’ fired at journalists: report
Multiple media organisations working in the region have called for Israel to produce a transparent investigation into the incident.
Kyiv says Russian missile may have targeted Zelenskiy
A Ukrainian official has suggested a Russian missile targeted Volodymyr Zelenskiy's delegation in Odesa.
Sweden joins NATO, ending historic neutrality
Sweden has formally joined NATO as the 32nd member of the transatlantic military alliance, ending decades of post-World War II neutrality
Biden to announce Gaza aid port construction
Joe Biden will announce the construction of a temporary Gaza port in his State of the Union address, aiding humanitarian relief efforts for the enclave.
Russia hits Odesa during Zelenskiy and Greek PM visit
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was on his first visit to Ukraine since the war broke out when the port city of Odesa was hit by a Russian missile.