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.
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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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
Gaza ceasefire talks make some progress, Qatari PM says
"When you don't have a common objective ... the opportunities (to end the war) become very thin," the prime minister of Qatar says.
Russia declares ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8-10
The Kremlin has announced a full ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8-10 as Russia celebrates the Victory Day over Nazi Germany in World War II.
Murder charges laid after Canada festival crowd ramming
A man with "mental health issues" has been charged with attempted murder after a car was rammed into a crowd at a Filipino festival in Vancouver, Canada.
Iran port explosion death toll rises to at least 40
Iran's president has visited those injured in an explosion that rocked a main port and killed 40 people, saying "We have to find out why it happened".
Canada PM pauses campaign events after festival tragedy
Canada's prime minister has paused his election campaigning after a car ploughed into a crowd at a festival in Vancouver, killing at least nine people.
Nine dead after car drives into Canada festival crowd
A man has been arrested after he allegedly drove a car into revellers at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver, killing nine people and injuring others.
Emotional farewell for Pope Francis in his hometown
From a huge open-air mass to soccer players sporting special "Papa Francisco" jerseys, Francis has been farewelled in his hometown of Buenos Aires.
Pakistan seeks neutral probe into Kashmir attack
Pakistan's interior minister says the nation will co-operate with a "neutral" investigation into the deadly attack on Indian tourists in Kashmir.
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.
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.