Trump calls for Japan, NATO to ‘step up’ on Iran
Donald Trump has defended the secrecy of the US campaign in Iran by invoking Japan's attack on Pearl Harbour during a meeting with the Japanese prime minister.
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Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends in the Marines
The US has announced that 2500 Marines, along with an amphibious assault ship, and accompanying warships will deploy to the Middle East.
US and Ukrainian negotiators to discuss drone deal
A Ukrainian delegation is expected to hold talks with US representatives in Miami on several topics including a potential deal on military drones.
Fuel companies warned to give Aussies fair go at bowser
To address fuel availability issues at service stations, companies will be allowed to co-ordinate with each other on supply but not prices.
Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates
Donald Trump has vowed to obliterate Iran's energy facilities if it doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran says the waterway is open to all but "enemies".
Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US
Ukrainian and US negotiators are holding new talks in Florida as Russian strikes on infrastructure continue leaving two people dead and thousands without power.
New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is optimistic about further prisoner of war swaps between his country and Russia after talks with the US concluded.
Wars cause spike in security fears among young people
A majority of Australians want the government to share more information about national security at a time of global crisis.
Israeli settlers smash cars, set fires in the West Bank
Israeli settlers have rampaged through Palestinian villages and wounded several men.
Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy, water
The clock is ticking on Donald Trump's 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran threatens to retaliate if the US attacks power plants.
Rationing not yet on the cards as fuel outlook worsens
Australia has been reassured by a key trading partner its fuel supplies are not at risk as other nations look to limit exports to support domestic markets.
ASX tumbles to lowest level since May as war drags on
Australia's mining sector is under renewed pressure, after gold tumbled to a two-month low as oil prices skyrocket and hammer hopes for global growth.
Trump puts off threat to bomb Iran power stations
US President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, delaying power plant strikes after "productive" talks with Tehran.
Iran denies talks with US after Trump postpones strikes
Iranian officials have denied that Iran held talks with the US, just hours after President Donald Trump claimed "very good and productive conversations".
Diesel standards eased as fuel shortages deepen
Measures to help more diesel flow into the domestic market have been announced as hundreds of service stations across Australia run dry.
Dozens killed in military plane crash in Colombia
The search for survivors continues after a Hercules C-130 crashed after take-off in Colombia, killing at least 66 of the military and police personnel on board.
Zelenskiy says Russia preparing major attack on Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused Russian forces of planning a major attack on Ukraine.
Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital
Afghanistan's Taliban government has accused Pakistan of targeting a Kabul rehabilitation hospital with airstrikes, killing more than 400 people.
Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training
Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.
Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised
The Israeli military says it's targeting "Iranian regime infrastructure" with a new wave of strikes across Tehran.
Tankers ‘starting to dribble through’ strait, US says
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett says oil tankers are starting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and the Iran war will likely end within weeks.
Israel says it killed Iranian security chief Larijani
Israel says it has killed senior Iranian security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia leader Gholamreza Soleimani.
Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has addressed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and MPs in London, calling Russia and Iran "brothers in hatred".
Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war
Fresh modelling shows oil price shocks and soaring prices for other commodities will have a lasting impact on Australia's economy.
Iran attacks Israel as war expands with Beirut battered
Iran has lashed out after the killing of one of its top leaders in an air strike, with attacks on its Gulf neighbours and Israel.
Pakistan and Afghan pause fighting for Eid
Bulldozers are digging pits in a cemetery in Kabul in order to bury the hundreds allegedly killed in a Pakistani air strike as both sides down arms for Eid.
Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike
The latest escalation in the Iran war heightens the disruption of global energy supplies that has raised the political stakes for US President Donald Trump.
At least 17 die in fighting on Sudan-Chad border
Attacks on a town along Sudan's border with Chad have killed at least 17 people and injured 123, MSF says.
‘Over-prepared’: PM’s pledge on growing fuel crisis
Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.
At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon
Fears are growing that cutting off southern Lebanon from the rest of the country could pave the way for a large-scale Israeli military operations.
Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority
The closure of one of the world's most important oil corridors continues to wreak economic havoc but Australia's navy is unlikely to join efforts to reopen it.