Ukraine seizes initiative in the Black Sea: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his country's forces have seized the initiative from Russia in the Black Sea.
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Aid to Gaza halted again, UN says starvation near
The UN warns that Gaza civilians face the "immediate possibility of starvation" as aid deliveries are suspended again while Israel continues its war with Hamas.
Russia concedes Ukraine troops crossed Dnipro River
A governor of a part of the Kherson region controlled by Russia says Ukrainian forces have managed to cross the River Dnipro.
Israel orders residents from southern Gaza towns
Israeli forces have dropped leaflets warning Palestinians to flee parts of southern Gaza, signalling a possible expansion of their offensive against Hamas.
‘Unlikely prisoner’ tells remarkable story of survival
Australian economist Sean Turnell became an unlikely prisoner when convicted of being a spy by the Myanmar military but optimism kept hopes of freedom alive.
PM accuses Dutton of weaponising anti-Semitism
Anthony Albanese has hit back at opposition criticism of the government response to the conflict in the Middle East, urging greater social cohesion.
Ukrainian troops ‘have secured foothold in the south’
A Ukrainian official says the country's counteroffensive is developing, with its forces securing a foothold on the east bank of the Dnipro River.
Israeli soldiers kill Hamas fighters in hospital raid
Israel's military says it has killed several Hamas fighters as it begins a raid on Gaza's Al Shifa hospital where thousands of civilians are sheltering.
Albanese argues for political settlement in Middle East
As the prime minister outlined to caucus his approach to the Middle East conflict, a poll has found 36 per cent of Australians believe the country is less safe.
Ukraine says Russians intensify Avdiivka bombardment
Ukraine's military says Russia has stepped up its bombardment of an Eastern town, as Ukraine presses in the south.
Israeli forces advance to gates of main Gaza hospital
Israel says it's supplying incubators for a possible baby transfer from Gaza's largest hospital, where patients and newborns are stranded amid heavy fighting.
Ukrainians told to prepare for Russian winter onslaught
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged Ukrainians to prepare "to get through the winter and improve our soldiers' capabilities" before Russia ramps up attacks.
EU warns of ‘another genocide’ in Darfur
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary is staging attacks that amount to genocide and the world needs to take action, says the European Union.
Gaza hospital ‘not functioning’ amid Israeli assault
Injured Gazans are running out of options for help as two major hospitals close their doors, struggling with insufficient medicine, power, food and water.
Responsibility not to ‘politicise’ conflict: Albanese
The federal government is facing questions over its approach to the Hamas-Israel conflict and calls for a ceasefire.
Rafah land crossing to reopen: Gaza border authority
The Rafah land crossing from Gaza into Egypt will reopen again on Sunday for foreigners and medical evacuees, Egyptian sources say.
Russia renews Kyiv missile attacks, pounds east Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say Russia is continuing to pound the country's east and has resumed missile attacks on the capital Kyiv and its surrounds.
More than 800 Sudanese killed in Darfur attack, UN says
Paramilitary fighters and allied Arab militias have killed 800 people in a rampage through a town in Darfur, the UN refugee agency and Sudanese doctors say.
Israel says ready to evacuate babies from Gaza hospital
Palestinians say two babies have died and dozens more are at risk in Gaza hospitals Israel claims have been turned into fortified defence positions.
Wong calls on Israel to stop strikes on Gaza hospital
Penny Wong has urged Israel to respect international law and cease its strikes against Gaza's largest hospital as ceasefire calls grow.
Ukraine capital Kyiv under air attack, blasts heard
"Strong explosions were heard on in the left bank of the capital," Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko has said as the war in Ukraine drags on.
US voices concern as Gaza death toll tops 11,000
"Far too many Palestinians have been killed," the US chief diplomat says, as Gaza officials claim Israel's bombardment has resulted in over 11,000 deaths.
‘When will it end?’: urgent calls for ceasefire grow
Imam Kamran Tahir believes a ceasefire is the only way to end the violence in the Middle East, a view increasingly shared by the broader community.
Silent reflection for the fallen on Remembrance Day
Australia has paused to remember those who have served the nation in wartime, with Remembrance Day services taking place across the country.
Burger shop blaze clash prompts extra police presence
Extra police will be on the streets after pro-Palestine and pro-Israel groups faced off in Melbourne following a suspicious fire at a burger shop.
Ukraine says ‘peace summit’ may take place next year
A Ukrainian official says the government hopes to hold a summit of world leaders early next year to endorse its 10-point "formula" for peace.
Iran warns expansion of Gaza war ‘inevitable’
"Due to the expansion of the intensity of the war against Gaza's civilian residents, expansion of the scope of the war has become inevitable," Iran says.
Israeli, Hamas fighters in close combat in Gaza City
Israel's military has advanced to Hamas's main bastion in Gaza City where troops and militants are battling at close range while thousands of civilians flee.
Ukraine says it killed Russia-allied politician in east
Ukraine's military spy agency says it has killed Mikhail Filiponenko with a car bomb, accusing him of organising dungeons for civilians in Luhansk.
Australian family flees Gaza war-zone to safety
An Australian family of three has fled the violence-stricken Gaza Strip through the Rafah border into Egypt, but another 76 Australians remain in the war-zone.
Ukraine troops repel Russian attacks along front line
Ukraine's military says its troops have beaten back Russian attacks on the eastern front line and are preparing for another enemy attempt to capture a key town.