Trump is in a Russian ‘disinformation space’: Zelenskiy
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his country is hoping for an "allied position in Europe, in the EU and the US around Ukraine in this unjust war".
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Israel will leave troops in Lebanon after deadline
Israel will keep troops in several posts in southern Lebanon past a deadline for them to withdraw.
Russian, US officials to hold talks on Ukraine war
The Kremlin says senior American and Russian officials will hold talks on negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine.
Aust, Chinese officials meet after mid-air incident
A mid-air incident involving Australia and China's air forces last week was likely discussed at a senior defence officials' meeting in Beijing.
US, Ukrainian officials head to Saudi Arabia
A Ukrainian minister says an official delegation has arrived in Saudi Arabia for meetings in preparation for a possible visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Moving Gazans out is ‘only viable plan’: Netanyahu
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu declares he and President Donald Trump have a "common strategy" for Gaza, including transferring Palestinians out of the enclave.
Deadly warning over Chinese military ‘intimidation’
Security experts fear repeated and dangerous near-misses involving the Chinese military could lead to serious injury or a potential loss of life.
‘Intrusion’ before Chinese flares near RAAF plane
An Australian military aircraft has been targeted by a Chinese fighter jet after what Beijing described as "deliberate intrusion" into its airspace.
Egypt calls Arab summit over Trump’s Gaza plan
Egypt will host an emergency Arab summit on February 27 to discuss President Donald Trump's "dangerous" idea to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Russia launches drone attacks on Kyiv, Sumy
The Trump administration's national security adviser Mike Waltz says that top officials are travelling to Europe this week for talks on the Ukraine conflict.
Trump says Musk will find billions in Pentagon waste
US President Donald Trump has flagged that billionaire Elon Musk will soon begin combing the Pentagon for wasted taxpayer dollars.
Gaza ceasefire averted famine but threat remains: UN
The United Nations humanitarian chief says famine has been mostly averted in Gaza as a surge of aid enters the territory during a fragile ceasefire.
Zelenskiy confirms a new Ukrainian offensive in Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has confirmed a new Ukrainian offensive in Russia's Kursk region.
‘Trump backs AUKUS’ as Aust tips $800m into US coffers
US President Donald Trump is supportive of its multi-decade submarine deal with Australia, his defence secretary has said calming fears of snap renegotiations.
Former ADF chief Campbell slammed over honours call
Veterans have called for an overhaul of the Defence honours and awards system, with former defence force chief Angus Campbell heavily criticised.
Woman dies in raging floodwaters as deluge continues
A woman is dead after a rescue boat flipped in fast-rising floodwaters as a once-in-a-century deluge prompts evacuation alerts.
Lebanon-Israel truce extended to Feb 18: White House
The White House says an agreement between Israel and Lebanon will continue until mid-February, pushing back the deadline for Israeli forces to withdraw.
Gaza residents return home after hostage breakthrough
An agreement has been reached to release an Israeli civilian hostage and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza.
Israel releases 200 Palestinian prisoners
Israeli authorities say they have released 200 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
NATO chief says Europe will fund US weapons for Ukraine
NATO chief Mark Rutte says it's vital Russia doesn't win the war in Ukraine as it could result in Vladimir Putin "high fiving" North Korea and China.
French fighters take off for exercise with Aussie jets
Allied forces will take to Top End skies in the first multinational defence exercise of 2025.
Australia in a ‘good position’ as AUKUS powers ahead
The AUKUS partnership has "strong support" across the American political spectrum and is likely to be backed by incoming president Donald Trump, experts say.
High-ranking Israeli official sent to ceasefire talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is sending Mossad's director to ceasefire negotiations in Qatar in a sign of progress in talks on the war in Gaza
Ukraine says it captured two North Korean troops
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine's forces have captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian troops in Russia's Kursk border region.
Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia’s role
Newly released Iraq War documents reveal flawed decision-making by Australia, sparking calls for transparency and accountability in military commitments
Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed
Previously secret documents show concerns over a wheat scandal derailing Australia's commercial interests and plans to reshape Iraq as a free-market haven.
Russian drone attack kills two in Ukraine’s Donetsk
A Ukrainian town in Donetsk on the front lines of the war has been hit with Russian drones, which struck a multi-storey apartment building, killing two people.
Israel loosened rules at start of Gaza war: NYT
Israel changed its rules of engagement at the start of the Gaza war to allow commanders more flexibility to order attacks on targets despite civilian risks.
Houthis fire missile at Israel after Yemen airport hit
Houthi rebels have retaliated to Israel's airstrikes on Yemen's Sanaa International Airport, described by the UN as alarming.
Russia looking into alleged capture of Aussie mercenary
Moscow officials are seeking to verify reports the Russian army may have captured an Australian citizen fighting with Ukrainian forces.
Baby freezes to death in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall
A baby girl froze to death overnight in Gaza, while Israel and Hamas accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts that could wind down the 14-month war