Release of hostages requires ceasefire: Hamas official
Media in Gaza report Israeli troops have staged incursions as a Hamas official says a ceasefire is needed before hostages can be released.
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Israel bombs Gaza, Putin warns conflict could spread
Israeli ground forces have made a big incursion into Gaza, before withdrawing, as Russia's Vladimir Putin warns conflict could spread beyond the Middle East.
One killed, 16 hurt in bomb, drone attacks in Ukraine
A Ukrainian civilian has been killed in a bomb attack in the Kherson area, and elsewhere 16 people were hurt by falling drone debris, Ukraine authorities say.
Claim Israel is following international law a ‘joke’
Israel's ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon says his nation is complying with international law as it fights the "depraved monsters" behind the Hamas attack.
Leaders call for pause in Gaza fighting to let aid in
World leaders are appealing for a humanitarian pause or ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war to allow safe deliveries of aid to civilians in the Gaza Strip.
Surprise Hamas attack shows need for ADF reform: brass
Australia's defence department boss has pointed to Hamas' surprise attack against Israel as evidence of the need for urgent military reform at home.
Self defence not measured by Gaza deaths: Israel envoy
Israel's ambassador to Australia says his nation is complying with international law as the Palestinian death toll rises from retaliatory strikes in Gaza.
Australians exit war zone ahead of PM talks with Biden
Jordan has helped four Australians and a permanent resident cross the Palestinian border, as concerns grow about a humanitarian disaster.
Israel ramps up Gaza strikes, US urges ‘continuous’ aid
Israel's military says it hit more than 400 militant targets in Gaza and killed dozens of Hamas fighters, including three deputy battalion commanders.
Human tragedy in Israel-Gaza deeply distressing: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reflected on 'disturbing rhetoric' about Israel and Gaza as Australia backs a global statement on the conflict.
Ukraine repels drone strike, Odesa warehouse damaged
Ukrainian air defences have brought down more than a dozen drones and stopped a cruise missile in the latest Russian attack, officials say.
Israel pounds Gaza as soldiers skirmish with Hamas
Israeli ground forces have mounted limited raids into the Gaza Strip while aircraft have struck southern Lebanon.
Six killed in missile attack on Kharkiv postal centre
Six postal workers have been killed after a missile hit a distribution centre in north-eastern Ukraine.
US boosts Mideast defence, Israel hits Gaza and beyond
Israeli has struck Syria's airports and continues to pound Gaza as the US bolsters defence of its troops in the Middle East as fears rise of wider conflict.
Israeli strikes hammer Gaza after Hamas frees hostages
The bombardment of Gaza continues after Hamas released two hostages, with Israel's prime minister vowing to "fight until victory".
Ukraine repels new eastern Russian onslaught: Zelenskiy
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says the town of Avdiivka is being held by Ukraine after soldiers there staved off a Russian onslaught.
Israeli air strikes pound Gaza as ground invasion looms
A district of northern Gaza has been levelled as Israeli continues pounding the Palestinian enclave, with troops told to expect an order to invade soon.
Melbourne grandmother stuck in Gaza, husband slams DFAT
The husband of a Melbourne woman trapped in Gaza has accused the federal government of being too slow in its repatriation efforts and sending mixed messages.
Biden asks Americans for billions more dollars for wars
US President Joe Biden has declared it is "vital for America's national security" for Israel and Ukraine to succeed in their wars.
Israeli troops will soon see Gaza from inside: minister
Israel's defence minister has told soldiers they will soon see Gaza from the inside and "the command will come".
Ukraine claims gains against Russian forces in south
The Ukrainian parliament has given initial approval to a law that would ban the Ukrainian Orthodox Church while the country's army claims gains in the south.
Jewish leaders call for unity on Hamas hostage release
Jewish leaders are urging the Australian government to continue to advocate for the release of hundreds of people being held hostage in Gaza.
No landmark shows for Palestine despite solidarity call
Governments have come under fire for inconsistency in their response to the conflict in the Middle East after public displays of solidarity with Israel.
Travellers advised to avoid Lebanon as violence spreads
The federal government has updated its travel advice for Lebanon, telling Australians not to travel to the country as tensions in the Middle East escalate.
Egypt to reopen Gaza crossing for aid convoy, US says
The president of Egypt has agreed to reopen its crossing to the Gaza Strip, the US says as a humanitarian crisis worsens in the Palestinian enclave.
Sudan’s paramilitary RSF gain, seek to cement control
Eyewitnesses say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces is attempting to move southward towards Sudan's Gezira state, a key agricultural area.
British PM visits Israel as Gaza bombardment continues
Israel has continued its punishing bombardment of Gaza as the British prime minister visited Tel Aviv in a show of solidarity.
Russia downs Ukraine missile over Crimea: governor
Russia's Black Sea fleet has repelled a missile attack, the governor of Sevastopol says.
‘No place for hate’: PM’s message to faith groups
Anthony Albanese is calling for Australia to remain united in the face of violence in Israel and Gaza, sending a message to Jewish and Muslim community members.
Gaza blast underlines the need to protect civilians: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is calling for the protection of civilians in Gaza following a hospital blast that killed hundreds of people.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.