US pledges nearly $US1 billion in weapons for Ukraine
The US has unveiled nearly $US1 billion in aid for new arms and equipment for Ukraine in its ongoing fight against Russia's invasion.
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Rebels in Syria declare Bashar al-Assad’s regime over
Syria's authoritarian President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule has ended after he fled the country as insurgents entered the capital Damascus.
New era for post-Assad Syria as the world watches
Syria is waking to its first day of freedom from the authoritarian rule of Bashar al-Assad as Russia grants asylum to the ousted president and his family.
Trump calls for immediate Ukraine ceasefire
Both Ukraine and Russia have cited conditions that must be met if incoming US President Donald Trump's ceasefire is to be agreed.
Israel denies strike on Gaza hospital
Israel has denied firing about 100 tank shells and bombs at the town of Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza, despite doctors saying a hospital has been hit.
Trump taps his defence lawyer to serve as counsellor
US President-elect Donald Trump has announced he is appointing one of his defence lawyers in the New York hush money case as counsellor to the president
Tongan PM Sovaleni resigns ahead of no-confidence vote
Tonga's parliament must elect a new prime minister following the resignation of Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni after three years in the job.
Travel ban imposed on South Korea’s embattled president
South Korea's defence ministry says President Yoon Suk-yeol is still commander in chief despite the justice ministry banning him from travelling overseas.
Rebels work to form Syrian govt after ousting Assad
The rebel alliance that overthrew Syria's government takes its first steps to form government as citizens, regional countries and world powers watch nervously.
Zelenskiy seeks diplomatic end to war with Russia
"A troop contingent from one country or another could be present in Ukraine," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Israel ‘more optimistic’ on Gaza hostage deal prospects
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar says indirect negotiations are taking place for the return of about 100 hostages held in the Gaza Strip.
Germany’s Scholz pledges Ukraine aid in surprise visit
A day after EU officials arrived in Kyiv to show support for Ukraine in its fight with Russia, German leader Olaf Sholz has visited promising more military aid.
France ‘at turning point’ ahead of no-confidence vote
A French minister is warning colleagues "not to plunge the country into uncertainty" as Michel Barnier's government faces a historic collapse over the budget.
Israel strikes back at Lebanon after Hezbollah attack
Residents in Beirut heard drones flying overhead as Lebanon's official news agency reported Israel had renewed strikes in southern Lebanon.
NATO expected to dodge Ukraine’s call for quick invite
Ukraine is unlikely to get a coveted invitation to join NATO, with boss Mark Rutte saying the alliance is working on "building the bridge" to membership.
White House defends Biden pardoning son Hunter
Joe Biden's decision to go back on his word and pardon his son Hunter has been both praised and criticised as the US president prepares to leave office.
Police in Georgia move again to disperse protests
Protesters have been hit with tear gas and water cannons for another night in Georgia as police crack down on thousands of anti-government demonstrators.
Opposition move to oust S.Korea’s Yoon over martial law
South Korean opposition parties will vote on whether to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol over his short-lived martial law that sparked a major political crisis.
Zelenskiy wants reinforcement of eastern Ukraine front
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said much depends on Ukraine's Western allies providing vital weaponry in a timely manner.
Hunter Biden case dismissed after president’s pardon
A gun case against US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden has been formally dismissed by a federal judge.
Israel threatens to expand war if Hezbollah truce ends
Defence Minister Israel Katz says Israel will hold Lebanon responsible for failing to disarm militants who violate a ceasefire.
Laos ‘profoundly saddened’ by tourist poisoning deaths
Authorities in Laos are under pressure to get to the bottom of a mass methanol poisoning tragedy that claimed the lives of two Australian teenagers.
US summons for India’s Adani, nephew on bribery claims
A summons has been issued for the head of the Adani Group, Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, and his nephew Sagar Adani over US bribery allegations.
Gaza City suburb evacuated, spurs wave of displacement
Residents of the eastern Gaza City suburb of Shejaia were forced to flee on donkey carts and rickshaws or by foot after Israel ordered a mass evacuation.
Trump Jr helps pick most controversial cabinet
Donald Trump Jr is said to have the ear of his father and has been instrumental in deciding the most controversial cabinet in modern history.
Hezbollah rockets land near Tel Aviv
Hezbollah has fired a barrage of rockets at Israel, destroying houses near Tel Aviv, after Israel killed at least 29 people in Beirut.
Moscow offers debt forgiveness to new recruits
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he will write off debts of new army recruits in a bid to increase military recruitment.
Hard-right populist shocks Romanian presidential vote
A little-known, far-right NATO critic has taken a surprise lead in Romania's presidential election and is set to face a centrist opposition leader in a run-off.
Israel expected to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah
Lebanese sources say a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah is near and expected to be announced by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Sixteen missing as tourist yacht sinks off Egypt
Egyptian officials say at least 16 people are missing while 28 others have been rescued after a tourist yacht sank in the Red Sea.
Russian drones, missiles hit Kyiv and Kharkiv
Ukrainian officials say about 30 people have been injured in Russian missile attacks on Kharkiv and Odesa.