‘It’s bigger than me’: Roberts‑Smith at Dawn Service
Accused war criminal and Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has joined thousands to mark Anzac Day at the Currumbin Dawn Service.
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Israeli fire kills 12 across Gaza, medics say
At least 12 people have been killed and several others injured in Israeli strikes targeting multiple areas across Gaza.
From gowns to gallop, WWI sisters who defied the rules
Two young women who travelled half a world away more than 100 years ago to fight for King and country are inspiring a new generation this Anzac Day.
Ukraine and Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each
Russian and Ukrainian officials say the two sides have exchanged 193 prisoners of war each.
Veterans remembered as boos and heckling condemned
Boos and heckling during acknowledgment of Country addresses at Anzac Day dawn services have been condemned by politicians and the RSL as a disgrace.
Iran foreign minister heads to Pakistan for more talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says he is visiting Islamabad to meet Pakistani representatives who have been mediating in talks with the US.
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Extra diesel shipments prioritised for regional areas
Two additional cargo ships of diesel will come into Australia, bringing in 100 million litres of supply after deals struck with two major fuel companies.
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Longer truce in Lebanon as Trump seeks ‘best’ Iran deal
Washington has helped broker an extended ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah but President Donald Trump says he won't be rushed into making a deal with Iran.
EU approves a massive loan package to help Ukraine
War-ravaged Ukraine will receive a multibillion-dollar support package, as the European Union finally approves a loan after Hungary lifted its veto.
Ben Roberts-Smith ‘never planned’ to flee overseas
Ben Roberts-Smith's partner says while they took steps towards a new life overseas before his arrest, the war veteran always wanted to return if he was charged.
Iran firms grip on Hormuz after US calls off attacks
Iran has fired on three ships and seized two of them as it denies agreeing to President Donald Trump's ceasefire extension and slams a continued US blockade.
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.
Russian oil pipeline reopening unblocks EU loan
The EU officials approved the massive loan to Ukraine shortly after a pipeline bringing Russian oil to Hungary was reopened.
EU envoys meet in hopes of approving loan to Ukraine
European Union officials are optimistic of to authorise a massive, long-delayed loan to support Ukraine's military and financial needs for the next two years.
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Iran seizes ships in strait after Trump halts attacks
Iran is intensifying its assault on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, seizing two vessels and complicating faltering efforts to resume Washington-Tehran talks.
Russia ‘has taken 1700 square km’ of Ukraine in 2026
Russia's most senior general says his forces have taken 80 Ukrainian settlements and more than 1700 square kilometres of territory so far in 2026.
Hamas clashes with Israeli-backed militia in Gaza Strip
Medics say two people have been killed in separate Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip, as progress on ceasefire deal stalls.
US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain
Iranian leaders are "positively reviewing" participation in peace talks with the US despite earlier ruling them out, as a ceasefire nears its end.
Truckies win fuel boost to fight dire price threat
Transport workers could soon be getting more money to cover the costs of rising fuel prices from the Iran war after a decision from the workplace watchdog.
Ukraine pushes for European missile defence system
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his government is in talks with other countries to create a "European anti-ballistic missile defence system".
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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.
US, Iran cite progress as uncertainty hangs over Hormuz
Neither side has offered any specifics about the state of negotiations on the Iran war, days before a fragile ceasefire is set to expire.
Accused war criminal Roberts-Smith vows to clear name
Decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has made his first public statement since being charged with multiple war crimes, pledging to fight until the end.
Break in economic data keeps Middle East in focus
Traders will be hoping US President Donald Trump strikes a permanent deal with Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as the clock ticks on a fragile ceasefire.
Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Crimea oil depot
A series of recent strikes on Russia's oil logistics has reduced total daily oil shipments by about 880,000 barrels.
Pro-Palestine protesters arrested over banned chant
Police have arrested a number of demonstrators who chanted a banned pro-Palestine phrase, which is also used in a John Farnham classic.
‘Outraged’: UNICEF says Gaza water truck drivers killed
Two truck drivers who were delivering clean water to people in Gaza were killed by Israeli fire, the UN children's agency says.
Reopening of strait “very fragile”, PM says
Dozens of oil tankers are on their way to Australia through the Strait of Hormuz as an international mission gets under way to ensure the waterway remains open.
Ukraine strikes two Russian refineries, Baltic Sea port
Ukraine's troops have stepped up attacks on Russian oil depots and refineries - key sources of revenue for Moscow's war budget.
Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The US and Iran are locked in a stand-off over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran reversing a move to reopen the waterway, firing on a ship attempting to pass.
Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other cities, three dead
Russian forces have attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight, killing two people, and the southeastern city of Dnipro, killing one.