Australians evacuate Lebanon on flight to Cyrus
The first chartered flight of Australians fleeing war-torn Lebanon has landed in Cyprus, with passengers set to head to Sydney soon.
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Ukraine car bomb kills Russia-held nuclear plant worker
A car bomb has killed a security employee from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe, in Ukraine.
Zelenskiy to present Ukraine victory plan to NATO
Ukraine's strategy for victory in the war with Russia will be presented to its NATO allies at a US air base in Germany, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
‘We did not ask for this war’: Jewish community gathers
The October 7 Hamas attack marked the beginning of a painful chapter for Israel, members of the Jewish community have been told at a solemn candlelight vigil.
Strikes shake Beirut as Israel expands Lebanon campaign
Heavy strikes have shaken southern Beirut as Israel says it has made "targeted strikes" on Hezbollah storage facilities and terrorist infrastructure.
Iran summons Aust ambassador over ‘biased stance’
Australia's envoy to Iran has been summoned to explain protests against Iran's attacks in Israel.
‘Lucky’ Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home
Australians have touched down at home after fleeing Israel's escalating bombardment and invasion of Lebanon.
Hezbollah strikes Israel on Gaza war anniversary
Hezbollah has fired rockets at the Israeli city of Haifa while Beirut has been hit with more strikes as mourners mark the October 7 attack and ensuing Gaza war.
Russia targets Kyiv, Odesa in latest drone attack
Warehouses and cargo trucks have been damaged in Odesa during a drone attack, which kept much of Ukraine under air-raid alert for several hours.
Vigils and rally mourn ‘year of death and destruction’
Hundreds of people have attended a rally at a Sydney mosque while others gathered at vigils across several cities to mourn lives lost in Gaza and Lebanon.
Mark Rutte visits Ukraine in first trip as NATO chief
New NATO boss Mark Rutte has made his first official visit to Kyiv, meeting President Zelenskiy and reiterating the alliance's unwavering support for Ukraine.
Iran and allies won’t back down from Israel: Khamenei
Iran's attacks on Israel were "completely legal and legitimate", Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei says, as Israeli forces press on with their offensive in Lebanon.
Anniversary protests to ‘set back’ Gaza cause, PM says
As the Israeli community prepares to commemorate a day of deaths not seen since the Holocaust, political leaders are discouraging planned pro-Palestine vigils.
Russia ‘intercepts Ukraine drone’ near nuclear plant
Ukrainian forces have denied using a drone to attack an area inside Russia near the Kursk nuclear power plant.
Mercy flights to rescue Australians stranded in Lebanon
Australians in Lebanon will be transported by two mercy Qantas flights from Cyprus to Sydney as tensions in the region remain ongoing.
Russia captures Vuhledar after two years of resistance
The Ukrainian military says it is pulling out of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine after more than two years of intense fighting.
US sees signs of imminent Iran air strike on Israel
If Iran is planning to launch a ballistic missile attack on Israel, it had better prepare to face the consequences, the US has warned.
Staying put, some Aussies resist calls to flee Lebanon
Australian Zakie Khoury Daou acknowledges the situation in Lebanon remains precarious as missiles rain down but says she doesn't want to uproot her life.
Israel beefs up forces on Lebanon border
The Israeli military says regular infantry and armoured units are joining its ground operations in Lebanon, where forces are clashing with Hezbollah fighters.
At least six dead in suspected Tel Aviv terror attack
Two Palestinians were shot dead after going on a deadly killing spree on Tel Aviv's light rail system, killing six and wounding nine others, Israel says.
Court to hear police protest shutdown application
Police will try to shut down planned protests and vigils on the anniversary of Hamas's Israel terrorist attack, a moved slammed as an attack on human rights.
Dozens killed in Gaza as Israeli tanks raid south
Israeli strikes killed at least 60 people in Gaza as the military launched ground raids in the hard-hit city of Khan Younis, Palestinian medical officials say.
Israel calls for evacuations from southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has bombed central Beirut and ordered the evacuation of towns in southern Lebanon as it continues its incursion against Hezbollah.
Sudan army denies it bombed UAE ambassador’s residence
The United Arab Emirates claims the Sudan army is responsible for bombing the resident of its ambassador.
Israel says Lebanon raids target Hezbollah strongholds
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localised" operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, carrying out targeted ground raids.
Putin orders conscription of 133,000 Russian servicemen
Some 133,000 men between 18 and 30 are to be conscripted in Russia in coming months, according to a Kremlin decree.
Treated as ‘animals’: Lebanese anger as Israel invades
Politicians focusing on the visa status of a small group of people waving Hezbollah flags instead of hundreds being killed is alienating the Lebanese community.
Israel says ground assault on Lebanon is possible
The Israeli military says it is calling up two additional reserve brigades to the northern border with Lebanon to carry out operational activities.
Further strikes as Israel dashes Lebanon ceasefire hope
The US, France and several allies have called for an immediate three-week ceasefire across the Israel-Lebanon border following intense discussions at the UN.
Biden announces billions to help Ukraine ‘win this war’
A major new US commitment includes a precision medium-range missile among billions of dollars in assistance to help Ukraine "win this war".
Australia backs Israel-Lebanon 21-day ceasefire plan
Australia has called on Israel and Lebanon to endorse a temporary ceasefire to allow a lasting peace to be negotiated as rocket attacks kill hundreds.