Syria gov’t, SDF trade blame as Aleppo violence resumes
Violent clashes between Syria's government security forces and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have resumed, resulting in four deaths and many injuries.
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Dozens killed in Maduro capture: Venezuela officials
Venezuelan officials say dozens of the country's security officers were killed in the dead-of-night US military operation to capture President Nicolas Maduro.
US backs security guarantees for Ukraine at ally summit
A broad coalition of allies vowing to provide security guarantees in a post-war Ukraine has received US backing for the first time.
‘Chilling’ protest ban extended over safety concerns
A ban on protests following the Bondi terror attack has been slammed after police extended the measure for another two weeks because of public safety concerns.
Key Ukraine talks overshadowed by US focus on Venezuela
Ukraine's allies are meeting for talks on security guarantees, but prospects for progress are uncertain as the US's focus shifts to Venezuela.
Maduro opponent Machado vows to return to Venezuela
Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado is calling for elections she says her opposition party would win after the US toppled the presidency of her foe Nicolas Maduro.
Maduro due in court as loyalists send message to Trump
Deep uncertainty surrounds the future of oil-rich Venezuela as its president Nicolas Maduro faces a US trial after being captured in a military operation.
Ukraine says Russian strike on Kyiv kills civilians
Ukraine has recorded the first civilian deaths of 2026 in the ongoing war with Russia after strikes around the capital Kyiv.
Ukraine allies aim to solidify ceasefire security pacts
Dozens of world leaders join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Paris to firm up security guarantees in the event of a ceasefire with Russia.
Deposed Maduro defiantly declares innocence in US court
The toppled president of Venezuela has defiantly declared his innocence in court after being seized by US military forces from the capital Caracas.
Deadly air strikes and attacks despite Gaza ceasefire
Palestinians say children are among those killed by an air strike in Gaza that Israel says targeted a Hamas militant who was planning to attack its troops.
Trump and top Iran official trade threats over protests
President Donald Trump is threatening to intervene if Iran violently suppresses protesters, leading to a Tehran official warning of Mideast "chaos" if he does.
Saudi-backed Yemeni govt attacks UAE-backed separatists
Saudi warplanes have reportedly struck forces in southern Yemen backed by the United Arab Emirates, a separatist group says.
Zelenskiy picks Ukraine spy head as chief of staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has appointed military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov as head of the presidential office.
UN chief calls on Israel to reverse ban on aid groups
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has urged Israel to end a ban on humanitarian agencies that provided aid in Gaza.
Venezuela’s Maduro captured after strikes, Trump says
The US has attacked Venezuela and captured its president, Nicolas Maduro, who's been taken out of the country, President Donald Trump has announced.
Saudi-backed Yemen gov’t retakes eastern port city
The crisis in Yemen continues to escalate as the Saudi-backed government says it recaptured an eastern port taken by UAE separatists.
Trump says US to ‘run Venezuela’ after Maduro captured
Venezuela's autocratic President Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores will "soon face the full wrath of American justice" after being deposed by US forces.
Australia urges calm after US intervention in Venezuela
Venezuelans in Australia are concerned by the US military intervention in the oil-rich nation, as the Albanese government closely monitors the situation.
Interim government defiant as US holds Venezuela leader
Deep uncertainty surrounds the future of oil-rich Venezuela as its president Nicolas Maduro faces a US trial after being captured in a military operation.
Week of deadly unrest in Iran as pressure builds
Clashes and protests in Iran have claimed at least 16 lives, rights groups say, with the nation's economy in tatters and international pressure building.
Taiwan stays on high alert as Chinese ships pull back
Chinese warships are moving away from Taiwan but the island's emergency maritime response centre remains on alert after Beijing's huge show of force.
Children hurt as Russian drones blast Ukraine’s Odesa
Russian drones have attacked apartment buildings and the power grid in Odesa, Ukraine, injuring six people, including children.
Zelenskiy won’t sign ‘weak’ deal that would prolong war
In a New Year address Volodymyr Zelenskiy says exhausted Ukrainians will not give up in the war with Russia, and vowed to only sign a "strong" peace agreement.
US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight
Eight people have been killed in the latest strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats, the US military says.
Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill
Taiwan remains on high alert after China's massive military drills as President Lai Ching-te declares the island is determined to defend its sovereignty.
Russia, Ukraine trade allegations of civilian attacks
Russian officials say a Ukrainian drone strike has killed 24 people as they celebrated the New Year in a Ukrainian village controlled by Russian forces.
At least six killed during protests over Iran’s economy
At least six people have been killed in widening protests against Iran's worsening economy.
Israel kills Iran Quds Force figure in Lebanon
Israeli forces say they have killed a key operative of Iran's Quds Force in Lebanon.
Zelenskiy hopeful of new Trump meeting in peace talks
A meeting with US President Donald Trump will happen "in the near future", Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
US launches strike against Islamic State in Nigeria
The US has launched an airstrike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, Donald Trump says.