A divided Israel marks two years since October 7 attack
Israelis are mourning the dead and fearing for the remaining hostages as they mark two years since the Hamas' attack plunged the region into a devastating war.
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France’s Macron pressed to end political ‘mess’
France's President Emmanuel Macron desperately needs a circuit breaker amid growing political chaos.
Putin says Ukrainian forces in retreat on all fronts
Vladimir Putin says Russia's armed forces have the strategic initiative in Ukraine and have captured almost 5000 square kilometres of land this year.
New Trump threat escalates showdown with US cities
The Texas National Guard has arrived in the state of Illinois, as President Donald Trump threatens to use a centuries-old law to send troops to more US cities.
Melbourne professor among Nobel Prize chemistry winners
The University of Melbourne's Richard Robson is one of three winners of the Nobel chemistry prize for a discovery likened to a Harry Potter enchanted handbag.
Ex-FBI chief Comey pleads not guilty to charges
Former FBI director James Comey pleaded not guilty in his first court appearance, in a case critics say is politically motivated.
Hostages free ‘soon’ after Gaza peace plan signoff
US President Donald Trump has announced on social media that Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of the US-proposed Gaza peace deal.
Alleged arsonist charged over deadly LA wildfire
Authorities have charged a 29-year-old man with igniting the January fire that destroyed Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades neighbourhood.
France’s Macron will appoint new PM ‘in next 48 hours’
'The president of the republic will appoint a prime minister within the next 48 hours," French caretaker prime minister Sebastien Lecornu says.
Russian strike seriously damages Ukrainian power plant
Ukrainian authorities say a Russian strike has seriously damaged one of Ukraine's thermal power plants in the lead-up to winter.
Troops to enter Chicago, Trump wants Dem leaders jailed
Donald Trump is calling for the governor of Illinois and the mayor of Chicago to be arrested, as the US president prepares to send troops into the city.
Joy in Israel and Gaza after ceasefire announced
Palestinians and the families of Israeli hostages have broken into wild celebrations after Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a peace plan for Gaza.
Ukraine strikes cause Russian fuel shortages: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian long-range strikes might have slashed petrol supplies in Russia by up to a fifth, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy claims.
Russia strikes Kyiv apartments, energy sites
Explosions have rocked central Kyiv as a major Russian aerial assault set a high-rise ablaze and cut power to parts of the Ukrainian capital.
Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas
Israel's cabinet has approved a plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.
Trump campaign overshadows Nobel Peace Prize decision
Nobel-watchers believe it's extremely unlikely Donald Trump's name will be read out as the 2025 Peace Prize winner.
Tsunami threat passes after earthquake off Philippines
Tsunami warnings have been lifted after a strong earthquake in the southern Philippines damaged buildings, knocked out power and killed at least two people.
Judge blocks Trump’s troop deployment in Chicago
A judge in Chicago has temporarily blocked US President Donald Trump's deployment of hundreds of National Guard soldiers in Illinois.
Peru’s President Boluarte ousted as crime grips nation
Lawmakers have voted to impeach Peruvian president Dina Boluarte amid widespread anger over a crime wave gripping the South American nation.
Kyiv plunged into darkness after mass Russian attack
Russia has again targeted Ukraine's energy facilities in a major drone and missile attack, blacking out several regions including the capital.
Venezuela’s Maria Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has won the Nobel Peace Prize "for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela".
Gazans return to wrecked homes as ceasefire in effect
War-weary Palestinians are making their way back to their homes in Gaza and Israeli forces are beginning to pull back as a long-awaited ceasefire takes effect.
Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back
Palestinians have started returning to their homes in Gaza after a ceasefire was activated and the Israeli military said soldiers were withdrawing.
Trump hits China with more tariffs as trade war builds
Donald Trump says the US will hike tariffs on imports from China to 100 per cent in retaliation for its new export limits on rare earth minerals.
Some kids caught in Ukraine war returned: Melania Trump
US first lady Melania Trump says eight Ukrainian children have been reunited with their families after ongoing talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Venezuela’s Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize, hails Trump
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, dedicating it to "the suffering people of Venezuela" and the US president.
US explosives plant blast leaves 18 people missing
A massive blast at a US explosives plant has left 18 people missing and feared dead in rural Tennessee.
France’s Macron reappoints Lecornu as prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation.
Lecornu explains reappointment as French prime minister
Reappointed French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces a Monday deadline to present the parliament with a budget.
Sudanese RSF drone attack kills 53, doctors’ group says
A doctors' group says the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Sudan have attacked a shelter in a besieged Darfur city, killing at least 53 people.
Zelenskiy, Trump talk as Ukraine, Russia launch drones
Russian and Ukrainian forces have traded drone attacks as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke to US President Donald Trump.