TV star, podcaster under fire for Israel genocide post
A former close friend of Abbie Chatfield has sued the television personality claiming he was publicly vilified over his views on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
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A divided Israel marks two years since October 7 attack
Israelis are mourning the dead and fearing for the remaining hostages as they mark two years since the Hamas' attack plunged the region into a devastating war.
Hostages free ‘soon’ after Gaza peace plan signoff
US President Donald Trump has announced on social media that Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of the US-proposed Gaza peace deal.
No Opera House ‘free-for-all’ after court’s protest ban
Police have vowed to crack down on anyone defying a court order that banned a planned pro-Palestine rally at the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas
Israel's cabinet has approved a plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.
Scores killed in Gaza as Hamas considers US peace plan
At least 57 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes and gunfire, health officials say as Hamas considers a peace deal offered by the US president.
Gaza aid flotilla with Greta Thunberg intercepted
Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg is among the activists the Israeli Navy has detained after intercepting the flotilla.
Australia welcomes Gaza peace progress, hostage release
Dozens of hostages held in Gaza for nearly two years may be on the verge of freedom as part of a US-negotiated peace plan welcomed by Australia.
Dozens killed in Gaza despite US call to halt bombing
Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip have killed at least 36 Palestinians in the past 24 hours, medics say.
‘Tepid’ Australia accused of emboldening Israel
A failure to hold Israel to account for breaking humanitarian law as the death toll in Gaza soars has spurred a clarion call for action in Australia.
France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine
French President Emmanuel Macron has recognised a Palestinian state at a global summit in New York.
Labor grassroots want action after UN’s genocide edict
More than 100 Labor branches have declared their support for sanctions against Israel following a UN finding of genocide in Gaza.
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‘Acts of aggression’: Australia expels Iran ambassador
Australia has pulled the trigger on serious diplomatic moves to reprimand Iran after saying there was "credible intelligence" it directed attacks on home soil.
‘Forever tarnished’: Netanyahu spews more vitriol on PM
Israel's prime minister has launched another verbal salvo against Anthony Albanese over his handling of the situation in the Middle East as calls grow for calm.
Auschwitz survivors mark 80th anniversary of liberation
As far-right rhetoric gains ground across Europe, world leaders are joining survivors at the 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz Nazi death camp liberation.
Anti-Semitism denied following travel warning for Jews
A rise in anti-Semitism in Australia has sparked a travel warning from a Jewish human rights group as the prime minister vows any such acts won't be tolerated.
Australia legally obliged to act on Israel war warrants
Australia can't choose what world court rulings it will adhere to, an expert says, after arrest warrants were issued for Israel's PM and ex-defence minister.
Gaza crisis warning as Israeli aid agency ban condemned
Australia has joined a chorus of countries including Britain and Canada in condemning Israel's move to ban a Palestinian aid agency it accuses of terror links.
Warning Israel’s aid agency ban could be ‘catastrophic’
Israel has violated international law by moving against a key UN aid group, which could result in sanctions from Australia and other nations, an expert says.
Death of Hamas boss ‘can be turning point in conflict’
Australian politicians have called for urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to the war in the middle east after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.
‘Enough blood has been spilled’: concern over Gaza toll
A senior Australian minister has questioned whether Israel is complying with international law in its bombing of schools and hospitals in Gaza.
Rights concern as premier flags end to endless protests
The drain on police resources from pro-Palestine rallies has been declared unacceptable but rights defenders are warning against any attempt to curb protests.
Anniversary protests to ‘set back’ Gaza cause, PM says
As the Israeli community prepares to commemorate a day of deaths not seen since the Holocaust, political leaders are discouraging planned pro-Palestine vigils.
No Israel-Hamas equivalence: foreign affairs department
Australia's Foreign Affairs department says it respect the International Criminal Court but "there is no equivalence between Israel and Hamas".
Palestine aid call as alarm sounds after Rafah invasion
Palestine is pleading for more humanitarian support as the international community and aid organisations raise concerns and condemn Israel's invasion of Rafah.
MPs clash with pro-Palestinian protesters over Gaza war
Queensland MPs have clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters outside parliament during a rally against the Gaza conflict.
Pressure mounts on Australia to unfreeze Palestine aid
International aid groups have called on Australia to reinstate funding to a UN organisation assisting Palestinian refugees after accusations of terror links.
Gaza aid pause slammed as ‘collective punishment’
Palestine's envoy has expressed concern about Australia freezing funding to a United Nations organisation after allegations some staff were linked to Hamas.
Australia urged to support genocide case against Israel
Palestininian Australians want the federal government to support a genocide case filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
Hobart man traded Aboriginal human remains for acclaim
A Hobart solicitor was able to build his scientific reputation by trading the remains of Tasmanian Aboriginal people, a Cambridge study reveals.