Australia, UK and Canada recognise Palestinian state
Australia has formally recognised Palestine as a sovereign state in an announcement along with the United Kingdom and Canada.
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Trump, Vance to speak at Charlie Kirk’s memorial
Donald Trump and his supporters will pay tribute at the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, whose assassination has intensified political tensions in the US.
Trump threatens Afghanistan over Bagram air base
Four years after US troops withdrew from Afghanistan, Donald Trump is threatening the Taliban government, demanding it hand back the Bagram air base.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza City, tanks advance
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians flee Gaza City as Israel ramps up its offensive and some Western countries prepare to recognise Palestinian statehood.
UK fighter jets begin NATO air mission over Poland
UK jets have joined those of its allies along NATO's eastern flank after recent Russian incursions into Polish airspace.
Israeli strikes kill 31 in Gaza, offensive ramps up
Gaza City residents continue to flee as Israel presses its ground offensive and medics say 31 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks.
Progress on TikTok deal as Trump and Xi agree to meet
Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping will meet in South Korea in the coming weeks, as the US president says their phone call yielded progress on a TikTok deal.
Russia denies jets violated Estonian airspace
Russia denies jets entered Estonian airspace in the same month as its drones violated the airspace of other NATO members.
Gaza Strip hit by telecoms blackout as Israel advances
The Israeli military says four of its soldiers have been killed in the south of the Gaza Strip while the forces attempt to advance on Gaza City.
Starmer, Trump hail renewal of ‘special relationship’
US President Donald Trump has spoken of "an unbreakable bond" between the United States and the United Kingdom after talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Ukrainian army in eastern counteroffensive: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says the country's military is carrying out a counteroffensive operation against Russian forces on the eastern front.
NZ economy shrinks, fuelling bets of steeper rate cuts
A sharper-than-expected contraction in the New Zealand economy has fuelled expectations of a higher interest rate cut in October.
Suspect in Kirk killing ‘feared being shot by police’
The 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk was afraid of being shot by police and agreed to surrender as long as it was peaceful, a sheriff says.
Ukraine to get first US missiles in new supply system
Ukraine is set to receive its first batch of US-produced weapons funded under a new program agreed by the United States and NATO allies.
Israel opens route out of Gaza City for 48 hours
An Israeli official says military operations are focused on getting civilians to leave Gaza City and that it will likely take months to capture.
US Fed cuts rates by quarter of a percentage point
The US central bank has lowered the key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point due to a weak labour market, the board of governors says.
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Trump hails US, UK’s ‘unbreakable bond’ at talks
US President Donald Trump has arrived to hold talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Chequers country estate.
Trump arrives in Britain for second state visit
Donald Trump has landed in the UK for his second state visit after hailing the "great honour" of being hosted by the King at "the ultimate" Windsor Castle.
Israel says ground troops moving deeper into Gaza City
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel needs to create an "independent weapons industry" that can "withstand international constraints".
China says TikTok deal with the US is a ‘win-win’
China has called a framework deal reached to switch TikTok to US-controlled ownership in the United States a "win-win" in a state media editorial.
Prosecutors seek death penalty for accused Kirk killer
A 22-year-old man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk has been charged with murder as prosecutors revealed texts he allegedly sent after the shooting.
‘Absolute legend’: stars pay tribute to Robert Redford
Hollywood stars are mourning the death of Robert Redford, expressing affection and admiration for the Oscar-winning director and godfather for independent film.
US judge dismisses terrorism charges against Mangione
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state's case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Musk comments at UK anti-immigration rally ‘dangerous’
Remarks by Tesla and X owner Elon Musk at an anti-immigration rally have been condemned as dangerous and inflammatory by Britain's prime minister.
Text, note show Kirk shooter planned attack: FBI
A text message and note from the suspected shooter of right wing activist Charlie Kirk detailed his plan for the attack, the FBI says.
Trump begins historic state visit to UK amid protests
US President Donald Trump has arrived at Windsor Castle at the start of a two-day state visit to the UK as the guest of King Charles.
‘Gaza is burning’: Israel starts Gaza ground operation
Israel's military has confirmed the launch of its ground offensive in Gaza City, saying it is aimed at rooting out Hamas militants.
Kirk shooting suspect not co-operating with authorities
Investigators continue working to establish a motive for the killing of conservative Charlie Kirk as the suspect refuses to co-operate with authorities.
UK, US to announce tech, energy deals during Trump stay
The UK hopes to cement its strong bond with the US during President Donald Trump's visit, with new tech and energy deals to be announced.
The Pitt wins top Emmy, The Studio breaks comedy record
Emergency room saga The Pitt has been toasted as the year's best television drama while showbusiness satire The Studio was crowned best comedy at the Emmys.
Gazans flee Israel bombardment as Rubio meets Netanyahu
As US Secretary of State Marco Rubio holds talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Palestinian death toll keeps mounting.