N Korea fires second ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korean and Japan officials say North Korea has fired what appears to be a long-range ballistic missile, its second aggression in less than 12 hours.
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Zelenskiy describes goals for work on EU accession
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine is preparing a negotiating framework for Ukraine to join the European Union.
Israel opens aid crossing to Gaza, steps up bombardment
Israel has opened the Kerem Shalom border crossing for aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, authorities say.
N Korea fires suspected ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korea's military says it has detected that North Korea has fired at least one ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
N Korea fires ballistic missile, S Korea and Japan say
South Korea's military says it has detected that North Korea has fired at least one ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
Israel’s military chief takes blame for hostage deaths
The three Israeli hostages were declared to be "terrorists" when they were shot dead by their countrymen during intense fighting in Gaza.
Thousands flee, Sudan’s battle for Wad Madani heats up
Thousands of Sudanese are fleeing the city of Wad Madani, which many of them sort refuge in when fleeing Khartoum, as a new front of the war opens up.
Netanyahu hints new hostage negotiations underway
As Israel's bombardment of Gaza continues, it is showing the first signs of coming to the negotiating table since the collapse of last month's truce.
Russia, Ukraine exchange attacks after EU funds stall
Hours after Hungary vetoed a plan to send $A81b of EU money to Kyiv, both Russia and Ukraine launched dozens of attack drones at each other.
Australia condemns settler violence in the West Bank
Australia is one of 14 nations condemning "record high" settler violence against Palestinian people in the occupied West Bank.
RSF advances on Wad Madani as war in Sudan spreads
The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have clashed with Sudan's army near the major city of Wad Madani.
Dozens killed in Israel airstrikes: Palestinian media
At least 14 people have died from air strikes that hit two houses on Old Gaza Street in Jabalia, according to the official Palestinian WAFA news agency.
US stresses safety for Gaza civilians as Israel attacks
Israel's defence minister has predicted a drawn-out war with Hamas in Gaza, while a US envoy pushes for better ways to protect civilians.
Putin says Ukraine war will go on until there is a deal
President Vladimir Putin says Russian forces will continue operations in Ukraine until it is "de-militarised" and becomes a neutral country.
Nordic countries promise Zelenskiy support for Ukraine
The leaders of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland have vowed to support Ukraine "for as long as it takes".
Israel strikes Gaza amid calls to reduce casualties
Israel says its bombardment and ground offensive in Gaza is aimed at annihilating Hamas, the group whose fighters stormed across the border on October 7.
More Australian troops to train Ukrainian soldiers
The Australian Defence Force will continue to help train Ukrainian soldiers in the UK in a bid to bolster Kyiv's ability to defend itself against Russia.
Zelenskiy met by Republican doubts in US aid push
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy has pleaded his nation's case to hesitant US Republicans as President Joe Biden warns they risk handing victory to Vladimir Putin.
Australia votes in favour of Gaza ceasefire at UN
A UN resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza has been adopted after receiving the support of Australia and 152 other nations.
Largest cyber attack of war hits Ukraine phone operator
Ukrainian authorities say they are investigating the possibility of Russian state involvement in an apparent cyber attack on a mobile phone network operator.
UN demands Gaza ceasefire as Israel and US divided
As Israeli bombing of Gaza continues, the UN has voted in support of a ceasefire and US President Joe Biden warned its ally it was losing global support.
Hunger rises in Gaza as UN prepares for ceasefire vote
The UN General Assembly appears set to demand an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the two-month long conflict between Israel and Hamas, as Gazans starve.
Zelenskiy urges Congress not to play into Putin’s hands
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia may be fighting in Ukraine but its "real target is freedom" in America and around the world.
Ukraine says four injured in missile strike on Kyiv
Ukraine says four people were hurt in a Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, as leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy prepares to meet US President Joe Biden.
Israel intensifies battle in southern Gaza
Israel's tanks have reached the centre of Khan Younis as Israel's attack on southern Gaza intensifies, and the UN warns the city is close to collapse.
Two dead, more hurt in Red Cross convoy attack in Sudan
Hours after hopes of a ceasefire were raised between warring parties in Sudan, two people were killed and seven injured in an attack on a Red Cross convoy.
Israeli tanks reach centre of Khan Younis
As Israel continues its bombardment of Khan Younis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he appreciates the US veto of the UN's attempted ceasefire order.
Battles in Khan Younis, US blocks Gaza ceasefire call
As Israel continues its bombardment of Khan Younis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he appreciates the US's veto of the UN's attempted ceasefire order.
Ukraine says Russian missiles kill one, troops press on
A civilian has been killed and eight wounded after Russian warplanes fired long-range missiles at targets in Ukraine, officials there say.
Israel ramps up strikes as US blocks ceasefire demand
Israel has pounded the length of Gaza in a deadly new phase of the war as the US vetoes a United Nations Security Council demand for a humanitarian ceasefire.
Foreign minister plans to visit Israel within weeks
Penny Wong will visit the Middle East within weeks, following a bipartisan delegation travelling to Israel.