G7 leaders back deal to use Russia interest for Ukraine
G7 leaders have agreed in principle to issue $A75 billion of loans for Ukraine using interest from Russian sovereign assets frozen after Moscow's invasion.
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Hamstrung at home, G7 leaders struggle with global woes
Wars, trade imbalances, development challenges and AI threats make for a daunting agenda as world leaders gather for the G7 summit in Italy.
March marks yet another record in global heat
The 12 months ending to March ranked as the planet's hottest ever recorded year-long period, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service says.
Russia, Ukraine argue over warning about PoW flight
Ukraine has rejected an assertion by a Russian MP that Ukrainian intelligence was warned about a Russian military transport plane carrying prisoners of war.
Nauru walkout stuns Pacific summit before landmark deal
Nauru President David Adeang says he isn't pulling his country from the Pacific Islands Forum, while Australia will offer resettlement to Tuvalu residents.
Pacific leaders declare climate emergency
The Pacific Islands Forum's final communique has declared a climate emergency, while leaders also committed to bringing Kiribati back to the table.
Pacific supports Aust on climate: Albanese
The Pacific Islands Forum has wrapped up after an all-day summit of leaders in Fiji, with Australian PM Anthony Albanese declaring the meeting a success.
Forum leaders declare climate emergency
The Pacific Islands Forum's final communique has declared there is a climate emergency as the leaders committed to bringing Kiribati back to the table.
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Russia intensifies Ukraine missile attacks
Russian missiles have rained down on Ukraine as the West pledges enduring support.
Asia-Pacific military boost needed: PM
Anthony Albanese says the rise of China and other autocratic governments fuels the need for more military cooperation between Australia and Asia-Pacific allies.