Trump insists no need for Xi’s help on Iran war
US and Iranian demands to end the war remain far apart, but President Donald Trump has played down the role China could have in resolving the conflict.
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Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with the Pope at the Vatican after weeks of attacks by President Donald Trump on the pontiff over the Iran war.
Trump insists truce still holds after US-Iran flare-up
President Donald Trump has played down an exchange of fire between Iran and the US, while Tehran accuses the US of breaching their ceasefire.
Trump says he discussed a Ukraine ceasefire with Putin
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have spoken on the phone as a Ukrainian drone attack struck an oil pumping station in Russia.
US to reduce troops in Germany ‘a lot further’, Trump
President Donald Trump has flagged he intends to withdraw more US troops from Germany than the 5000 already announced.
US could restart Iran strikes ‘if they misbehave’
Donald Trump is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but has cast doubt on hopes it will lead to a deal on opening the Strait of Hormuz.
Australia turns to Japan to help soften ‘global shocks’
Australia will be less vulnerable to global events such as the fuel crisis after signing a series of agreements with Japan, Anthony Albanese says.
US and Iran closing in on memorandum to end war
Pakistani mediators believe they're getting close to an agreement between the US with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the Middle East war.
Trump sees swift end to war as Iran reviews US proposal
US President Donald Trump says he's confident that the war in Iran will be over quickly.
Iran firms grip on Hormuz after US calls off attacks
Iran has fired on three ships and seized two of them as it denies agreeing to President Donald Trump's ceasefire extension and slams a continued US blockade.
Longer truce in Lebanon as Trump seeks ‘best’ Iran deal
Washington has helped broker an extended ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah but President Donald Trump says he won't be rushed into making a deal with Iran.
Ukraine and Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each
Russian and Ukrainian officials say the two sides have exchanged 193 prisoners of war each.
Giuffre family urge King to ‘show unity with survivors’
Britain's King and Queen are due to arrive in the US on Monday for a four-day visit during which they will meet President Donald Trump.
King arrives in US for state visit amid war differences
King Charles and Donald Trump will renew Anglo-American relations over a cup of tea after the British monarch arrived in Washington DC.
Brat summoned: tariff champion to serve as ambassador
A former Virginia congressman who made headlines for ousting a party leader in a primary has been chosen by Donald Trump to be the next ambassador to Australia.
King to promote UK-US unity in rare speech to Congress
King Charles will use a speech to Congress to say the story of the UK and US since America's independence is "one of the greatest alliances in human history".
Fired UK official describes pressure to clear Mandelson
A sacked UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the US despite security concerns.
PM cuts short Asian fuel mission after refinery fire
Anthony Albanese will return to Australia early from overseas following a major blaze at one of the nation's two remaining fuel refineries.
Unions lobby to unlock fuel cap for workers who drive
Australia's peak union body is calling for fuel allowances for workers to be increased to help them meet rising costs at the bowser.
Iran war could end soon, Trump says, as US blocks ports
President Donald Trump is talking up the chances of the Iran war ending amid revived peace talks, while US forces continue their blockade of Iranian ports.
Brunei pledges to strengthen fuel supply to Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has wrapped up his visit to Brunei by sealing a deal with the country's sultan for fuel to flow to Australia.
Australia inks fresh fuel supply deal with Singapore
Australia's largest supplier of refined fuel will continue to provide petrol and diesel amid global uncertainty as part of a new agreement.
Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi in visit to China
China won't tolerate independence for Taiwan, President Xi Jinping has told the island's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun during her visit on a "peace mission".
Xi reaffirms ‘one China’ to Taiwan opposition leader
China won't tolerate independence for Taiwan, President Xi Jinping has told the island's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun during her visit on a "peace mission".
Kyiv, Moscow swap prisoners of war, ceasefire shaky
Kyiv and Moscow have swapped prisoners of war as a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter began, with both sides making accusations of breaches.
Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal
Lengthy talks between the US and Iran have ended with neither side shifting on their terms for ending the war that's disrupted global fuel supplies.
Kyiv, Moscow swap prisoners of war, ceasefire shaky
Kyiv and Moscow have swapped prisoners of war as a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter began, with both sides making accusations of breaches.
Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade
President Donald Trump says the US Navy will immediately start a blockade to stop ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz.
Hungary PM Orban out after 16yrs in election earthquake
Hungary's nationalist leader Viktor Orban, a close ally of both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, has lost power after 16 years in office.
Iran threatens ports as US set to impose blockade
A showdown looms as the US prepares for a blockade of all Iranian ports and Iran warns that no port in the region will be safe if American forces carry it out.
Albanese seeks out fuel supply deal in Singapore visit
The prime minister is hoping an agreement with Australia's largest provider of oil can be reached as the Middle East conflict causes global volatility.