N Korea’s Kim heads to China for WWII military parade
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has crossed into China to attend Beijing's celebration of the formal surrender of Japan in World War II.
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Gaza strikes kill 31, Belgium to recognise Palestine
At least 31 people have been killed by Israeli fire in Gaza, more than half of them women and children.
Show us your ‘cojones’: cricket star tests PM on Israel
The prime minister has been urged to sanction Israel during a meeting with cricketer Usman Khawaja who says Anthony Albanese has the "cojones" to take action.
Russian barrage kills 18 in Kyiv, damages EU mission
At least 18 people have been killed and buildings damaged including the EU's mission and a British office as Russia pounded Kyiv in an hours-long assault.
Ukraine security guarantees framework ready ‘next week’
A framework for international security guarantees for Ukraine "will be set out on paper next week," President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
UK, France, Germany launch Iran sanctions process
France, Germany and the United Kingdom have moved to reimpose United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.
Bodies of hostages recovered as Israel offensive looms
The bodies of two hostages have been recovered, says Israel as its forces are in the initial stages of a planned offensive that has drawn condemnation.
Israel pounds Gaza City outskirts as onslaught ramps up
Israel's military has stepped up armed operations around Gaza City, ending temporary pauses there that had allowed aid deliveries.
Zelenskiy seeks higher-level talks on Ukraine security
Ukraine's president is pushing for higher-level international talks on measures to protect his nation after EU defence ministers met in Copenhagen.
Israel security meet to discuss plan to seize Gaza City
Israeli air strikes have pounded Gaza City as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security cabinet prepares to meet to discuss its planned offensive.
Russia claims non-stop offensive on Ukraine frontline
A top Russian general says the strategic initiative in Ukraine 'lies entirely with Russian forces' and Moscow has captured 3500 square kilometres since March.
Israel sends tanks deeper into Gaza City
Israeli tanks have pushed deeper into Gaza City as the military forges ahead with a plan to take control of the whole enclave.
Ukraine to retaliate after Russia hits power sector
Russia and Ukraine have both intensified air strikes in recent weeks despite US President Donald Trump's attempt to end the conflict.
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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.
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‘Predictor of peace’: women backed at conference
Australia's new ambassador for gender equality has headlined a conference of women leaders for practical outcomes over conflict, crisis and climate.
Russian troops gain ground in Ukraine’s southeast
Russian troops have pushed into the Dnipropetrovsk region of southeastern Ukraine, military analysts say.
Israel tanks close in on Gaza City, Trump to chair meet
Donald Trump had promised a swift end to the war in Gaza, and the US president will chair a meeting in Washington with the goal of fulfilling that promise.
Australia, Canada and Philippines join drills off shoal
Australia, Canada and the Philippines say they have completed naval drills east of the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.
‘I love Australian people’: Iran ambassador speaks out
Iran's expelled ambassador has declared his love for Australia in his first public comments since he was given the boot by the federal government.
Russian overnight attack on Kyiv kills 10, injures 38
Ukraine's president says an overnight missile and drone attack that killed ten people shows Russia's answer to diplomacy aimed at ending the war.
More killed across Gaza as Israel prepares to take city
Intensified bombardment of suburbs has been reported by residents while more Palestinians have been killed as Israel's military prepares to take Gaza City.
Officials ‘working hard’ on ending Russia-Ukraine war
"That's a work in progress," Donald Trump's special envoy says of potential security guarantees for a possible settlement to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Russia hammers Ukraine as peace efforts drag on
Russia has launched one of 2025's biggest drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, killing at least one person, despite a renewed push to halt the three-year war.
Israel keeps pressure on Gaza City before offensive
Israeli bombardments continue on Gaza City, residents say, as Benjamin Netanyahu's government meets to discuss plans to seize the densely populated centre.
Jewish group decries ‘reckless’ Netanyahu attacks on PM
An Australian Jewish group has hit out at Benjamin Netanyahu as the Israeli prime minister continued his criticism of Anthony Albanese.
Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM
The wide-scale operation in Gaza City could start within days after Benjamin Netanyahu grants final approval at a meeting with senior security officials.
Latest strikes lay bare Russia’s intentions: Zelenskiy
Russia has launched a rare drone and missile attack on western Ukraine, hitting an American-owned electronics plant among other targets.
Israeli minister warns Gaza City could be destroyed
As Israel readies a takeover of Gaza City, its defence minister warns Hamas that the "gates of hell" will be opened unless the group accepts Israeli terms.
Putin setting a ‘trap’ by demanding Ukraine concessions
Russia's Vladimir Putin wants Ukrainian concessions in return for halting his army's invasion, which the EU's foreign policy chief says must not be granted.
Moscow stonewalling on leaders summit: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused Moscow of stalling on plans for a meeting between him and Vladimir Putin.
Gaza City officially in famine, with hunger spreading
More than 500,000 people - close to a quarter of Palestinians in Gaza - are experiencing famine, with the number due to rise to 641,000 by the end of September.