Foreign bases ruled out as Vanuatu signs security deal
A security deal struck between Australia and Vanuatu after fragmented negotiations has ramifications for China's interests in the Pacific.
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Record defence export deal puts Australia on the radar
A major partner will buy Australia's world-leading radar system under a multibillion-dollar deal, making it the nation's largest defence export agreement.
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Iran talks make ‘encouraging progress’ despite tensions
Tense high-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week.
Italy’s PM says Trump ‘totally invented’ photo story
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has lashed out at "made up" claims by US President Donald Trump that she "begged" him for a photo opportunity.
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G7 vows support for Ukraine as Trump warms to war aims
Ukraine has gone to a G7 summit to impress Donald Trump with its fightback against Russia, and the "boss" US president appears to have softened his scepticism.
Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks
Leaders at the G7 summit are discussing Russia's war in Ukraine along with the tentative deal struck by US President Donald Trump to end the conflict with Iran.
US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies’ reconstruction
The US government has directed a team to assess costs for damages already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, a source says.
‘Apples with oranges’: Labor brushes off Kiwi PM’s dig
A visiting leader's remark that taxing capital gains would be "disastrous" has been brushed aside by Labor figures who deny it was a dig at its big reforms.
US locks in $2 billion maritime helicopter deal with NZ
New Zealand will boost its defence capabilities with five Seahawk maritime helicopters as part of a $2.1 billion deal with the US.
US hits Hormuz radar sites after Iran launches drones
US strikes have targeted Iranian radar sites after drone attacks on maritime traffic, US Central Command says.
Trans-Tasman ties never better despite tax jibe: PM
The diplomatic relationship between Australia and New Zealand has never been stronger, both leaders insist, despite commentary over recent budget announcements.
‘No way’ for Australia to talk way out of fresh tariffs
Australia will ramp up protests against the Trump administration's "unjustified" proposed tariffs but diplomats face an up-hill battle to secure a carve-out.
Defence boss torpedoes ‘trash’ second-hand subs jibes
Changes to the controversial AUKUS deal continue to draw fire, with a senator telling a parliamentary hearing Australia will be left with "trash" submarines.
Solomon Islands PM pledges ‘reset’ with Australia
After being elected on a promise of change, Solomon Islands' prime minister has signalled reversing his predecessors' pro-China stance on a visit to Canberra.
Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs
A group of current and ex-Labor figures including Peter Garrett are raising concerns about Australia's commitment to the AUKUS agreement with the US and UK.
New AUKUS project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles
A new AUKUS project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles has been announced by the US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth.
Australia digs at China’s low-key showing at Asia forum
For the second year running, China's Defence Minister Dong Jun has skipped the three-day Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
‘Absolute hell’: emotional return for flotilla group
A group of Australians who were detained by Israel after trying to deliver aid to Gaza have described harrowing experiences in custody as they arrived home.
Israel set to release detained Australian activists
A group of Australian activists detained by Israel for taking part in a global flotilla to deliver aid to Palestinians in Gaza are set to be deported.
Putin and Xi hail ties and energy trade at China talks
China and Russia's leaders have shared warm words and stressed their growing trade and energy ties at a summit in Beijing just days after Donald Trump's visit.
Taiwan presses case for US arms, Trump undecided
President Donald Trump says he's not decided whether to proceed with a major weapons sale, adding to uncertainty about US support for Taiwan.
China confirms Xi visit to US after Trump invite
China's Xi Jinping has accepted Donald Trump's invitation of a state visit to the US, the Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed.
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Mishandling Taiwan could spark conflict, Xi tells Trump
China's Xi Jinping has praised the progress of US trade talks but cautioned President Donald Trump that differences over Taiwan could result in confrontation.
From Slow Horse to smash hit, author heads Down Under
Despite the bestselling Slough House novels and Slow Horses television series, author Mick Herron is pleasantly surprised to have an audience in Australia.
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.
UK to enter talks to join the EU’s massive Ukraine loan
Keir Starmer is set to tell a European summit that Britain wants to work with the EU to help Ukraine get vital military equipment.
US withdrawing 5000 troops from Germany: Pentagon
The Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months.
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.
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.
Australia has more fuel in tank than before Iran war
As the repercussions of the US-led war on Iran continue and a crucial oil corridor remains effectively closed, Australia has topped up its fuel supply.
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World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire, US seizes ship
The fate of the Mideast ceasefire is in doubt as Tehran says it won't participate in a second round of negotiations after the US seized an Iranian cargo ship.