Family of slain Gaza aid worker ‘waiting for justice’
The family of aid worker Zomi Frankcom who was killed by an air strike in Gaza has hit out at Israel's decision not to further investigate her death.
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Trump’s N Korea meeting denied by sister of Kim Jong-un
Donald Trump has flagged plans to meet with Kim Jong-un but the North Korean leader's sister denied any communications between the leaders.
Fiji signs up to Pacific Rugby League Partnership
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has signed his nation up to the landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership.
Trump envoy discusses Gaza plan with Netanyahu
US negotiator Jared Kushner has held a rare meeting with the Hamas chief in Egypt in an attempt to make progress on the stalled Gaza ceasefire.
Colombia asks Trump for tariff relief post-quake
Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella has asked US President Donald Trump to suspend tariffs to help Colombia recover from a devastating earthquake.
Six dead as Ukraine launches massive aerial attack
A large-scale Ukrainian attack has struck industrial infrastructure in Russia's southwestern Samara region.
Albanese says his ‘melons’ hand gestures misinterpreted
The prime minister insists his comments and hand gestures about the Japanese prime minister gifting him two melons have been incorrectly characterised.
‘As a friend’: Albanese pushes Trump to axe tariffs
US President Donald Trump will consider the case to remove tariffs on Australian exports, Anthony Albanese says, following a phone call between the leaders.
‘Melongate’ row rolls on as police urged to investigate
The prime minister has repeatedly dodged calls to apologise over comments made about a gift of melons from his Japanese counterpart.
New attacks on shipping as Iran war talks hit impasse
US military says it has fired on a ship in Gulf of Oman to enforce its blockade of Iranian ports.
Trump demands Iran pay compensation for deaths
Hopes have faded for an imminent deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Donald Trump demanded Iran pay compensation.
Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on demands
President Donald Trump says the US was "low-keying" it with Iran, as a Tehran deal with Oman defining new shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz inches closer.
Canberra and Manila expect defence agreement this year
Already strong military relations between Australia and the Philippines will be boosted further by a defence cooperation agreement on track for signing soon.
Myanmar’s leader in Thailand on legitimacy quest
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing is visiting Thailand as part of the junta chief-turned-president's efforts to win political acceptance on the world stage.
US and Iran having ‘very good discussions’, Trump says
The US an Iran have held positive all-day talks, Donald Trump says, while claiming the the Strait of Hormuz is going to be open "very soon".
Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship hit in Hormuz
A cargo ship has reported being struck in the Strait of Hormuz, while the US and Iran make opposing claims about whether they are holding talks.
Australia assisting man facing death penalty in Syria
Lawyers for a Gold Coast man facing a possible death penalty in Syria are seeking to ensure his rights are protected as federal authorities provide assistance.
‘Positive’: Netanyahu, Trump hold first talks since war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held talks with US President Donald Trump, which the White House described as "positive and productive".
‘Pro-Israel forces’: union explains conference backdown
Labor powerbrokers believe a show of unity at its conference is a sign of the party's strength, but some members say a lack of debate is damaging long term.
‘Ludicrous’ US levy slammed for free-trade deal breach
Australian businesses have reacted angrily to the Trump administration's higher tariffs on the nation's exports, as Canberra vows to push for their removal.
More joint sea patrols on cards after China missile
Australia is weighing up increased sea patrols with other nations as it continues to criticise the Chinese launch of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific.
Minister presses Laos over backpacker poisoning deaths
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has expressed disappointment over Laos failing to press serious charges over the methanol poisoning deaths of two teen backpackers.
Israeli denies bid to interfere with Australian policy
Policies should not just target "one side", Israel says, as it pushes back on a draft Labor document on the Middle East before the party's national conference.
China, Philippines blame each other for shoal incident
Beijing and Manila have summoned each other's envoys as tensions rise over an encounter between China and the Philippines in the disputed South China Sea.
Modi, Albanese in to bat for Australia-India friendship
Cricket diplomacy will play a pivotal role in deepening ties between Australia and India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi pulls up stumps on his three-day visit.
‘Modi, Modi’: Indian PM greeted with fanfare, protests
Australia's Indian community has turned out in big numbers to catch a glimpse of Narendra Modi after a day of deal-making for the visiting prime minister.
PM pressured to confront China over missile test
Anthony Albanese is being urged to pick up the phone and discuss China's test-firing of a missile into the Pacific with the Asian superpower's leader.
Indian prime minister to meet with Anthony Albanese
Australia will likely seek to increase defence ties with India during a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi which an expert says comes at an important time.
Protect us all: pact a new era for ‘Pacific family’
Australia and PNG have welcomed their alliance coming into force after a diplomatic blitz from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
‘Provocative act’: PM hits out at Chinese missile test
Anthony Albanese has criticised China's testing of nuclear-capable missiles in the Pacific, saying it destabilises the region.
Australia eyes next key deal amid gaps in Pacific voice
Australia has bagged a major diplomatic win over China in its battle for influence in the Pacific as attention turns to remaining gaps in the region.