Ukraine denies battle for Soledar is lost
Russian mercenaries say they have captured the mining town of Soledar as the Ukraine says it is holding out and Moscow has not claimed victory.
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Pilot says US extradition bid ‘political’
A former US military pilot facing extradition to the US has said he will fight what he calls a "political" bid that has singled him out.
Australia gets new missiles, rockets
The Australian Defence Force will acquire new naval strike missiles and long-range rocket systems in a bid to boost national security.
Mix of drugs to blame for man’s death
A mixture of prescription medication has been identified as suppressing the central nervous system of a man who died after a troubled life.
War of words over Fiji election integrity
Fiji's supervisor of elections has hit back at claims the electoral process lacks integrity after opposition leaders asked for ballot counting to stop.
Nuclear subs dominate US ministerial trip
Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers are in Washington DC for annual ministerial talks with their United States counterparts.
Australia on track for nuclear submarines
The United States, United Kingdom and Australian defence ministers have met in Washington for the first face-to-face conference under the AUKUS pact.
US talks to underpin nuclear sub decision
Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers are in Washington for high-level meetings with US counterparts as Canberra mulls nuclear submarine designs.
Change ahoy for Gladstone port, industry
Shifts in global power, climate change and technology are driving a 50-year plan for Gladstone's port, and a 10-year transition plan that starts now for locals.
North Korea fires long-range missile
North Korea has fired what appeared to be an intercontinental ballistic missile, Seoul says, a day after a launch in protest over US moves in the region.
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Ukrainian missile may have hit Poland
A missile that killed two people in Poland was a Ukrainian air defence missile, US President Joe Biden has reportedly told allies.
Big demand for free defence legal service
A free legal service for veterans and defence force members has received a large number of calls from across the country.
Concern China targeting Australian secrets
The Australian Defence Force is reviewing whether any changes need to be made after allegations China was trying to poach ex-military personnel.
Long strikes underpin new defence mindset
Australia is transitioning to an "impact projection" mindset that will enable it to strike enemies long before they reach the shores, the defence minister says.
North Korea launches possible intercontinental ballistic missile
North Korea might have fired a failed long-range missile in its latest launch of rockets, which prompted warnings for parts of Japan to take shelter.
Calls for calm over US bomber postings
Richard Marles has called for calm over the housing of US bombers in the Northern Territory as the defence department reviews its ability to defend the nation.
Defence caught up in ransomware attack
Hackers have targeted a communications platform used by Australian military personnel but Defence says none of their data appears to have been stolen.
Injured veterans to get extra $1000 a year
Injured military veterans will soon receive an extra $1000 a year and hundreds of support staff will be hired to process their claims.
Russia hits Ukraine power, water plants
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia has destroyed almost a third of Ukraine's power stations over the past week.
Defence works to disrupt flights in Darwin
Darwin International Airport says flights are being disrupted for more than a year to allow the Australian Defence Force to complete runway maintenance.
‘Complete mess’ on major defence projects
Defence Minister Richard Marles has promised more oversight after identifying billions of dollars in budget blowouts and major delays in military projects.
Marles looks at early nuclear sub delivery
Defence Minister Richard Marles is due to be handed an interim report on Australia's decision to acquire nuclear propelled submarines in November.
Nuclear subs could arrive sooner from US
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed Australia's commitment to the AUKUS treaty, marking its anniversary as a plan to expedite submarines emerges.
More US politicians arrive in Taiwan
Five American lawmakers are visiting Taiwan nearly two weeks after a visit by Speaker Nancy Pelosi prompted an angry response from China.
China fumes as Pelosi departs Taiwan
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has departed from her controversial trip to Taiwan, pledging US solidarity with the island as China continues to condemn her visit.
US House Speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan
US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has arrived in Taiwan as China's government says her visit seriously damages peace and stability in the region.
Government announces defence force review
The federal government has announced a strategic review of Australia's military structure and posture, the first in ten years.
Pelosi to spend night in Taiwan: sources
US Speaker Nancy Pelosi will visit Taiwan, sources say, as the White House decries Beijing's rhetoric over the trip and vows the US won't be intimidated.
AUKUS needs to be game changer: US chief
Former US National Security Agency head Michael Rogers wants the trilateral AUKUS alliance to challenge the status quo amid heightened security tensions.
Defence admits sex misconduct ‘failures’
The defence department is encouraging members who have experienced sexual misconduct to report the incident, acknowledging failures in its previous responses.
Marles urges greater Indo-Pacific step up
Defence Minister Richard Marles delivered a speech in Washington focused on security in the Asia-Pacific, during his four-day trip to the US.