King Charles to mark 80 years since WWII’s end
Britain's King Charles is set to watch a military parade and flypast to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
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Putin hopes nukes ‘will not be required’ in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin says there's no need to use nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine and expressed hope that such a scenario will not arise.
Israeli strikes inside Syria after sectarian violence
Deadly sectarian violence between Sunni gunmen and the minority Druze has prompted Israel to strike inside Syria for the second time in as many days.
Wary China ‘evaluating’ US offer for talks on tariffs
The US and China are locked in a cat-and-mouse game over tariffs with both sides unwilling to be seen to back down or be first to negotiate.
Trump adviser shown the door in White House shake-up
White House national security adviser Mike Waltz will leave his post but US President Donald Trump is nominating him to be ambassador to the United Nations.
US wants to start tariff talks with China: state media
A Chinese state media report says the "US has proactively reached out to China" to hold discussions on tariffs.
Sanctions threat on Iran oil as nuclear talks postponed
US President Donald Trump has threatened to blacklist buyers of Iranian oil as nuclear talks between the nations are postponed "for logistical reasons".
Ukrainian drone strike kills at least seven: Russia
A Ukrainian drone attack on Oleshky has killed at least seven people in the Russian-occupied south of the country, local officials and the Kremlin say.
Trump touts economy at rally to mark 100 days in office
Donald Trump was in campaign mode at a rally celebrating the 100th day of his second term as president, hailing wins and airing familiar grudges and grievances.
Details of conclave to elect new Pope released
The conclave to elect a new Pope will begin with a special mass in St Peter's Basilica on May 7 before the 133 cardinals file into the Sistine Chapel.
Gaza medic held since rescue worker killings released
A Palestinian medic who survived after 15 of his colleagues were killed by the Israeli army has been released back to Gaza.
US economy contracts 0.3 per cent in the first quarter
US economy contracted in first quarter of 2025, the first drop in three years.
Ukraine minerals deal is a signal to Russia: Bessent
The US and Ukraine have struck a minerals and investment deal after President Donald Trump pressed Kyiv to pay back Washington for helping it repel Russia.
Head of Pakistani Kashmir urges international mediation
The head of Pakistan-administered Kashmir is calling for rapid international diplomacy to de-escalate tensions with India after an attack that killed 26 people.
Canada opposition leader loses seat as PM’s party wins
Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre has lost his seat in the Canadian parliament to Liberal Party candidate Bruce Fanjoy in his Ottawa constituency.
Trump signs order to ease car tariffs burden
US President Donald Trump has signed an order on car tariffs designed to give some relief to the auto industry on the eve of his 100th day in office.
Putin open to peace but rapid progress is hard: Kremlin
Clinching a deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war far "too complex" to be done quickly, a senior Kremlin official says.
Canada election candidates make their final pitches
As Canada reels from an attack at a festival in Vancouver in which 11 people died, the candidates in the nation's election have finished their campaigns.
At least 68 killed in alleged US strike on Yemen prison
The US military says it has hit more than 800 targets since launching sustained air strikes against the Houthis in Yemen.
‘Grandpa robbers’ in court over Kardashian jewel heist
The $A6.3 million engagement ring stolen with Kim Kardashian was held up at gunpoint in a Paris hotel has never been recovered.
Carney wins election, warns Trump trying to own Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals have retained power but it's not yet clear if he will be able to form a majority government.
Ukraine and US unimpressed with Putin ceasefire promise
Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised a three-day ceasefire commemorating 80 years since victory over Nazi Germany, but Ukraine wants permanent peace.
Iran port explosion death toll rises to 70
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has ordered a probe to "uncover any negligence or intent" behind the deadly blast at the country's main port.
Sudan’s RSF blamed for deadly Omdurman attack
Dozens of people from Omdurman were allegedly kidnapped and 30 killed by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, authorities say.
Dozens arrested as Istanbul mayor investigation deepens
Police in Istanbul have detained 47 people in dawn raids linked to a corruption investigation that saw the city's mayor imprisoned last month.
Vatican Trump meeting could prove historic: Zelenskiy
Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his meeting with Donald Trump could prove historic if the peaceful end to Ukraine's war with Russia that they discussed is achieved.
Gaza death toll surpasses 52,000, health ministry says
Hospitals in the Gaza Strip have received the remains of 51 Palestinians killed in 24 hours of Israeli strikes, local officials say.
Rome bids farewell to Pope Francis with funeral, burial
Romans have clapped as they watched the open-topped popemobile carry Pope Francis' coffin from the Vatican to his chosen burial place at St Mary Major Basilica.
Trump, Zelenskiy hold ‘good’ talks in Vatican basilica
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy have spoken for 15 minutes at the Vatican in a meeting US officials called "very productive".
Death toll from Iran port ‘chemical blast’ rises to 25
Hundreds of people have been injured and at least 25 killed after a massive blast at an Iranian port, suspected to have been caused by poorly stored chemicals.
Iran and US delegates vow more talks after Oman meeting
Iranian and United States officials have held in-depth negotiations in Oman, ending the discussions with a promise for more talks.