Japan atom bomb survivors group wins Nobel Peace Prize
Japanese atom bomb survivors organisation Nihon Hidankyo has won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for "its efforts to achieve a world free from nuclear weapons".
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Ukraine summons Iran envoy amid missile transfer rumour
Tehran has denied reports it has transfered ballistic missiles to Russia, saying the rumours are tantamount to "psychological warfare".
Russia doesn’t need nuclear weapons to succeed: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has given his strongest signal yet that a nuclear strike is not on the cards, saying it isn't necessary for victory in Ukraine.
Russia announces nuclear weapon drills
Russia's Defence Ministry says it plans to hold drills simulating the use of tactical nuclear weapons following comments by Western leaders.
North Korea launches tactical nuclear attack submarine
A "tactical nuclear attack submarine" launch heralds the beginning of a new chapter for bolstering up the naval force of North Korea, its state media says.
Albanese to pitch unity ahead of Labor policy debate
Internal pressure is mounting over Labor policy relating to national security and the environment ahead of the party's national conference.
Ukraine mocks Russia’s claim to have captured Bakhmut
A Ukrainian spokesman says Russia has raised a victory flag not over a building in Bakhmut, but over "some kind of toilet".
Russia making no headway in Bakhmut, Ukraine says
Ukraine's forces continue to repel Russian forces from Bakhmut and Avdiivka, Kyiv says, despite a Moscow-installed official's claim that progress is being made.
Zelenskiy says Russia holding nuclear plant ‘hostage’
Russia's presence at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is "radiation blackmail" and safety can't be guaranteed until it leaves the facility, Ukraine's president warns.
NATO slams nukes plan as Russia pounds city of Avdiivka
Russian attacks have rendered the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka "post-apocalyptic" as NATO slams Vladimir Putin for "dangerous and irresponsible" rhetoric.
Ukraine slams Russia over Belarus nuclear weapons plan
Ukraine has hit back at Russian President Vladimir Putin's plans to station tactical nuclear weapons in neighbouring Belarus.
NATO accuses Putin of dangerous nuclear rhetoric
Russian President Vladimir Putin insists Russia would not violate its nuclear non-proliferation promises by stationing tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus.
Ukraine demands UN meeting over Putin nuclear plan
Russian President Vladimir Putin insists Russia would not violate its nuclear non-proliferation promises by stationing tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus.
US vows to disrupt Russia-Iran ties
The US has promised to undermine Russia and Iran's "deepening and burgeoning" defence relationship, as it announced a new aid package for Ukraine
Putin marks 70th as Ukraine pressures rise
Celebrations have been low-key for Vladimir Putin's 70th birthday as the Russian leader faces setbacks in his invasion of Ukraine and unprecedented dissent.
Ukraine declares full control of Lyman
Ukraine declares it has full control of Lyman as president Volodymyr Zelenskiy says the key eastern city is cleared of Russian armed forces.
Russia prepares to annex occupied Ukraine
Following referendums that reportedly endorsed Moscow's rule, Russia is poised to formally annex areas of Ukraine where it has military control.
Russia warns of serious nuclear war risks
The risks of nuclear war are "considerable" over the Ukraine conflict, Russia's foreign minister says, as he accuses NATO of waging a proxy war through Kyiv.
Ukraine talks begin as Russia isolated
Talks are underway beween Russian and Ukrainian officials as the toll from Russia's invasion climbs, and western sanctions bite into Russia's financial system.
Putin nuke threat, West bolsters Ukraine
Russia has placed nuclear-equipped forces on high alert, as the West rallies in support of beleaguered Ukraine.