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.
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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.
King ‘utterly shocked and horrified’ by Sydney stabbing
Buckingham Palace says the King and Queen's "hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those who have been so brutally killed" in a Sydney stabbing.
Voters defy warnings to board crowded Solomons ferries
Solomon Islands voters are risking their safety to cast ballots in a national election that is proving to be a litmus test of China's Pacific expansion.
Dozens killed in Gaza as Hamas vows to ‘break’ Israel
A senior member of Hamas says the militant group's six-month-old battle with Israel will "break the enemy soon".
Solomons election a test of China’s Pacific inroads
The upcoming election in the Solomons looks set to be a test of China's influence in the Pacific and for the island nation's pro-Beijing prime minister.
Russian armoured assaults ramp up pressure on Ukraine
A Ukrainian military chief says Kyiv needs a technological advantage over Russia in sophisticated weapons to allow it "to seize the strategic initiative".
Scottish Commonwealth body proposes plan for 2026 Games
Scotland's Commonwealth Games body has proposed a "cost-effective" way to welcome the 2026 Games after Victoria controversially pulled out of hosting the event.
Ex-NFL star and actor OJ Simpson dies of cancer
OJ Simpson has died of cancer at the age of 76, his family has announced on social media.
Hamas leader says group is still seeking hostage deal
Hamas is still looking to achieve a ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Israel, the militant group's leader Ismail Haniyeh says.
IAEA decries ‘dangerous’ Ukraine nuclear plant attacks
The situation at the Russian-occupied Ukrainian nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia is getting more dangerous, the United Nations nuclear watchdog says.
Israeli air strike kills three sons of Hamas leader
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh says the killing of three of his sons in an Israeli air strike will not affect the group's demands in ceasefire talks.
Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea
North Korea will deal a "a death blow" to any enemy if they opt for military confrontation, leader Kim Jong-un says.
Biden ‘considering’ request to drop Assange prosecution
US President Joe Biden has responded to a question about Australia's request to end Julian Assange's prosecution by saying: "We are considering it".
Ukraine parliament passes bill to overhaul army drafts
Ukraine's parliament has passed a controversial law that will govern how the country recruits soldiers to replenish depleted forces fighting off Russian troops.