Ukrainian drones target Russian nuclear, oil facilities
Officials in several Russian regions have reported major Ukrainian drone strikes targeting energy infrastructure, including a nuclear power site.
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Israel launches airstrikes on south Lebanon’s Nabatieh
Israel has attacked a major town in southern Lebanon, which described the move as "a violation of the ceasefire arrangement with Israel".
Welfare concern for Australian war prisoner in Russia
Australia is calling for the just treatment and release of Oscar Jenkins who Russia confirmed is being held as a prisoner of war after fighting for Ukraine.
M23 rebels advance southward towards Bukavu in DR Congo
Members of the M23 militia are reportedly advancing south in the Democratic Republic of Congo towards Bukavu after seizing control of Goma.
Israel pauses exchange after ‘chaotic’ handover
Israel has paused plans to release 110 Palestinian prisoners after chaotic scenes as three Israeli and five Thai hostages were handed over to the Red Cross.
Sudanese army claims major victory in Khartoum
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has rejected the Sudanese army's claims it has advanced as "propaganda", as the two-year war continues.
Hamas release four Israeli hostages in second swap
Hamas has released four young female Israeli soldiers after more than 15 months in captivity.
Hamas release four Israeli hostages in second swap
Hamas has released four young female Israeli soldiers after more than 15 months in captivity.
Israel releases 200 Palestinian prisoners
Israeli authorities say they have released 200 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for Europe and the United States to be involved in any peace talks to end the war with Russia.
Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline
Israeli forces have killed three people and put up roadblocks in south Lebanon as residents try to return, Lebanese officials say.
Gaza residents return home after hostage breakthrough
An agreement has been reached to release an Israeli civilian hostage and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza.
Lebanon-Israel truce extended to Feb 18: White House
The White House says an agreement between Israel and Lebanon will continue until mid-February, pushing back the deadline for Israeli forces to withdraw.
Renewed ‘never again’ call on Holocaust remembrance day
A Holocaust survivor has spoken of the horrific ordeal to highlight the importance of remembering where racism can lead as anti-Semitism spikes in Australia.
Russia says it has captured strategic town in Ukraine
Russia's defence ministry has claimed the first major victory of 2025 for its forces in Ukraine, saying a key town in the east has fallen.
Auschwitz survivors mark 80th anniversary of liberation
As far-right rhetoric gains ground across Europe, world leaders are joining survivors at the 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz Nazi death camp liberation.
Ukraine replaces commander, says Russian drones downed
Ukraine replacing is eastern front commander will strengthen the country's forces, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says following a Russian advance in the region.
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels enter DR Congo’s Goma city
M23 rebels have entered the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the country's military clashing with Rwandan troops on the border.
Gaza residents stream home after hostage breakthrough
Gaza Strip residents have expressed joy at being allowed to return to their homes in the north of the region and expressed determination to rebuild their lives.
World leaders listen to Auschwitz survivors 80 years on
Leaders attending Auschwitz on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi death camp have heard Holocaust survivors warn of the dangers of intolerance.
Next Israeli hostages to be released on Saturday: Hamas
One of the Israeli hostages freed from Gaza says she has "returned to life" as Hamas says the next group of Israeli hostages will be released on Saturday.
Israel’s military operation in West Bank kills nine
Two days after the start of a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel has launched military action in West Bank city of Jenin, killing at least nine Palestinians.
‘Criminals for hire’ tied to anti-Semitic attack spree
Police are still scrambling to determine who is masterminding an escalating spate of anti-Semitic crimes, despite making a series of arrests.
Trump says he could sanction Russia over Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged European leaders to do more to defend his nation as Donald Trump says he might impose sanctions on Russia.
Trump envoy says he’ll go to Gaza to monitor ceasefire
US officials will be part of a team deployed in the Gaza Strip to ensure safety following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, envoy Steve Witkoff says.
NATO chief says Europe will fund US weapons for Ukraine
NATO chief Mark Rutte says it's vital Russia doesn't win the war in Ukraine as it could result in Vladimir Putin "high fiving" North Korea and China.
Putin is ready to hold talks with Trump, Kremlin says
Russia is ready for a mutually respectful dialogue with US President Donald Trump, the Kremlin says.
Tents pitched as Gazan families return to ruined homes
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are expected to return to ruined homes in Gaza where tents are being pitched amid widespread devastation.
South Sudan starts curfew as Sudan deaths trigger riots
A dusk-to-dawn curfew has been declared in South Sudan following violence targeting people from neighbouring Sudan.
Hostage release set as Israel approves ceasefire deal
The Gaza Strip ceasefire will take effect on Sunday, Qatar says, after the deal was ratified by Israel's full cabinet.
At least three dead in Russian attack on Kyiv: military
At least three people have been killed in a Russian attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's military administration says.