Russia says Trump-Putin ‘understandings’ incomplete
As Ukraine ramps up its attacks on Russia, Moscow claims the US has still not executed "understandings" reached at a meeting between presidents Putin and Trump.
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US, Iran at odds on nuclear inspections in peace deal
Peace prospects remain uncertain as Iran denies Donald Trump's claims it's agreed to nuclear inspections "to infinity" as well as the fate of its frozen assets.
Accused war criminal allowed to move closer to family
Australia's most decorated living veteran will be allowed to live closer to his family as he awaits trial for alleged war crimes while deployed in Afghanistan.
Russian strikes overnight kill at least five in Ukraine
Russia and Ukraine continue to exchange strikes as the war drags into a fifth year and Russia's fuel crisis extends to the Siberian region of Omsk.
‘Keep the flame burning’: new chapter for war memorial
The stories of those who have served their nation are being shared as a major new gallery opens at the Australian War Memorial.
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Iran sanctions waived, Trump will ‘do what I have to’
While JD Vance is touting progress in negotiations with Iran, Donald Trump has declared he "will do what I have to do" if Iran doesn't stick to the agreement.
Moscow shoots down almost 60 drones, airports reopen
Moscow's mayor says almost 60 drones heading for the capital have been intercepted, following last week's renewed strike on the city's only oil refinery.
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Iran talks make ‘encouraging progress’ despite tensions
Tense high-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week.
Iran-US peace talks overshadowed by closure of strait
JD Vance has arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran, days after the signing of a memorandum of understanding establishing a 60-day ceasefire.
US-Iran talks unclear as fighting persists in Lebanon
Israeli strikes have killed at least 10 people in Lebanon hours after a ceasefire began, while uncertainty surrounds wider talks on ending the US-Iran war.
Ukraine targets fuel depot in Russian-occupied Crimea
At least four people have been killed in Ukrainian drone attacks on the Russian-occupied Crimean Peninsula, amid reports of fires at a major fuel depot.
Israeli strikes and gunfire kill nine people in Gaza
The Palestinian death toll in Gaza has risen to more than 1000 since the truce was signed in October, as Hamas and Israel trade blame over violations.
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More fuel relief for motorists with halfway measure
Motorists will receive an extended discount on fuel but the savings will be lower as the government weighs budget costs against higher bowser prices.
Iran negotiators, JD Vance head to Switzerland
US Vice President JD Vance is en route to Switzerland for talks with Iran after days of uncertainty, while Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed again.
Iran negotiators, JD Vance head for Switzerland
US Vice President JD Vance has left for Switzerland for talks with Iran after days of uncertainty, while Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed again.
Fuel excise extended but lower relief to come
Australians will get an extended discount on fuel but the savings will amount to less, as a tentative truce allows ships to move through the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil refinery: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian drones have attacked an oil refinery in western Siberia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Vance expects Iran talks, Guards say strait shut again
An Iranian team has departed for Switzerland for talks as US Vice President JD Vance indicated he is also set to attend meetings in the country.
US, Iran head for talks as Israeli strikes continue
President Donald Trump's envoy is meeting Iranian officials in Switzerland for talks that could be strained by Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite a ceasefire.
Russia vows ‘massive’ strikes after Ukraine hits Moscow
Ukraine has struck a major Moscow oil refinery as part of a bid to force Russia to the negotiating table, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Norway, Australia warn of looming RSF attacks in Sudan
Rapid Support Forces fighters are approaching the central Sudanese city of al-Obeid, dozens of countries have warned at the United Nations Human Rights Council.
US VP JD Vance postpones trip for peace talks with Iran
As frustration over the war mounts, the White House says logistical issues have delayed Vice President JD Vance's trip to Switzerland for peace talks with Iran.
Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on capital
Ukraine has hit a Moscow oil refinery for a second time in days and disrupted flights in one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia's capital in 2026.
First tankers cross Strait of Hormuz after Iran deal
Three ships have sailed through the Strait of Hormuz following a US-Iran deal to end their war, but Israeli strikes stir doubt about peace efforts in Lebanon.
Ceasefire signed but Trump says he could resume attacks
Donald Trump has called Iranians "smart people" as US and Iranian negotiators work on a permanent truce over the coming 60 days.
‘We’ll go back to shooting’ if Trump sours on Iran deal
G7 leaders have welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire deal, but President Donald Trump is threatening to resume bombing if Iran doesn't "behave".
Israel takes more territory, kills two brothers in Gaza
Two Palestinians have died in an Israeli strike near a refugee camp in Gaza, as people flee from Israeli forces as they expand their control in the territory.
Russian attacks on eastern Ukrainian cities kill four
At least four people have died in Russian attacks on cities in Ukraine's east and southeast.
US-Iran permanent truce still awaits negotiation
The US-Iran ceasefire deal will be inked in a ceremony in a Swiss mountain resort on Friday as details emerge and oil prices slip to new three-month lows.
Ben Roberts-Smith free to attend War Memorial opening
Alleged war criminal and decorated veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has been allowed to go to a grand opening at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra while on bail.
Israeli fire kills four in Gaza as mediators hold talks
Israel and Hamas remain deadlocked over how to proceed with the next stage of Donald Trump's Gaza plan.