Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks
An expert suggests Australia ditches its piece-meal approach to foreign policy in favour of a coherent strategy, as the US shakes up international relations.
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Capability to dictate Australian defence spending
A senior minister says Australia will base its defence spending around capability and giving the armed forces what they need to protect the country.
PM urged to hedge bets by boosting defence spending
Australia's plan for defence spending is a "hedge" against an uncertain future as the US intensifies the call for its allies to increase the money they invest.
Australia to feel US squeeze for more defence cash
Australia is being encouraged to engage with the US on military capabilities and access as the nation resists pressure to increase its defence spend.
Australia sticks to guns on defence as allies shell out
Australia is doubling down in resisting US pressure for its allies to lift defence spending, as retaliation is promised for nations refusing to comply.
Leaders at historic NATO summit with unity on the line
NATO members are set to support a goal of spending five per cent of their GDP on their security as they gather amid wars in the Ukraine and the Middle East.
NATO commits to higher spending and collective defence
NATO leaders have agreed to a massive hike in defence spending after pressure from US President Donald Trump and restated their commitment to mutual defence.
‘You worry’: fears in Iranian community after bombing
Iranians in Australia say there is growing community fear over the safety of family members caught up in escalating violence in the Middle East.
Trump’s military parade rolls by on day of protests
The grand military parade long desired by Donald Trump has dominated Washington, against a background of protests over the US President's style of leadership.
Minister plays down American review of AUKUS deal
There are calls for a defence contingency plan to be put in place after the government played down a US administration review of the AUKUS submarine pact.
Australia to go all in for AUKUS despite US review
Australian officials will not rethink the AUKUS partnership or look at a back-up plan despite the US launching an "American First"-inspired review of the deal.
‘Bite the bullet’: call for a deep dive on subs deal
A US review of its nuclear submarine pact with Australia is being labelled an opportunity for Canberra to re-evaluate the deal's costs and benefits.
Australia, Indonesia agree to joint military exercises
Australia and Indonesia have agreed to conduct joint air force and naval drills following talks in Jakarta.
Combat might be launched from Australia: defence chief
Australians are being told by the nation's chief of the defence force to prepare for a possibility where combat operations are launched from home soil.
Ukraine keeps Russia guessing over peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has not committed to upcoming peace talks with Russia, accusing Moscow of withholding its proposals.
‘Grim possibility’: warning over China’s nuclear desire
Defence Minister Richard Marles has warned of the need for stronger rules around arms control as China pursues nuclear expansion.
Chaos at Israeli-backed food distribution site in Gaza
A Palestinian man described "15 minutes of terror" as he waited for food at a new distribution site run by a US and Israeli-backed foundation.
Two dead in Russian attacks on Ukraine, talks uncertain
Russia's drone and missile attacks on Ukraine have killed at least two people, including a nine-year-old girl.
Hamas seeks amendments to US ceasefire proposal
Hamas has sought amendments to the latest ceasefire proposal for Gaza, which the US has dubbed unacceptable.
Israeli attack near aid delivery point kills 31 in Gaza
More than 30 people have been killed in Gaza by an Israeli attack near an aid distribution point run by a private US-based group, local authorities say.
No signs Russia switching on Ukraine nuclear plant soon
Inspectors from the UN nuclear watchdog have not seen signs of Russia moving to immediately restart the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
Israel accepts new ceasefire plan, Hamas mulls details
Israel has accepted a new US proposal for a temporary ceasefire while Hamas says the plan's details are being discussed.
Dozens killed in strikes as war grinds on in Gaza
More than 30 people killed in an Israeli strike on a school turned shelter are among the latest casualties of the war in Gaza where aid groups warn of famine.
Trump says Putin ‘gone crazy’ with bombings of Ukraine
Donald Trump says he's "not happy" with Vladimir Putin and might impose more sanctions on Russia in response to the ongoing deadly bombing attacks on Ukraine.
Brave to the end: army helicopter crash victims hailed
Recommendations of a safety report into a fatal army helicopter crash have been accepted, with the defence minister saying the victims were "brave to the end".
Army pilot took ‘evasive action’ before fatal crash
The pilot of an army helicopter took evasive action to avoid a mid-air collision before the aircraft crashed and killed all four on board, a report reveals.
Albanese ends whirlwind international tour in Singapore
Anthony Albanese will end his first trip abroad after his re-election with a stopover in Singapore during the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
PM promises stronger ties with Jakarta ‘only the start’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto during the first overseas trip of his second term in office.
‘Unimaginable grief’ as army chopper crash inquiry ends
The families of four air crew killed in an army helicopter crash have broken down at an inquiry, describing how their lives had been shattered by the tragedy.
European leaders and Ukraine press for 30-day ceasefire
Ukraine and its allies are pushing for a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as European leaders visit Kyiv to show unity after Vladimir Putin's parade in Moscow.
India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire
India and Pakistan have confirmed a ceasefire deal after US-led talks to end their most serious confrontation in decades.