Hamas names negotiator al-Hayya as new overall leader
Khalil al-Hayya has been elected the new leader of Hamas following an internal vote, the Palestinian militant group says.
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China, Philippines blame each other for shoal incident
Beijing and Manila have summoned each other's envoys as tensions rise over an encounter between China and the Philippines in the disputed South China Sea.
‘Security levy’: Jewish parents face extra schools cost
Parents are absorbing the costs of hiring armed guards at Jewish schools, with an inquiry told government funding caveats are complicating security efforts.
Ukraine says Russian attack on corn ship kills 10
A Russian attack near the port of Odesa has killed nine crew members and a maritime pilot on the Golden Leo, Ukraine's seaports authority says.
Alleged ‘ISIS bride’ on terror charges to walk free
An alleged "ISIS bride" accused of joining the terror group has been granted bail after her lawyer successfully argued she posed a relatively low safety risk.
Kyiv’s drones target Moscow as Zelenskiy faces protests
Ukraine has launched hundreds of drones towards Moscow in a blitz that comes as Volodymyr Zelenskiy deals with the fallout from his controversial reshuffle.
‘Immense’ pressure stretches Jewish security group
Surging demand for security at Jewish community sites and events is pushing volunteer groups to their emotional and financial limit, an inquiry has been told.
US strikes Iran again, Iran says oil tankers exploded
The US has conducted a new round of airstrikes targeting Iran as Iran responds by launching an attack targeting Bahrain, the home of the US Navy's 5th Fleet.
Russian missiles strike Kyiv killing one, wounding 13
Russia has launched a major overnight ballistic missile attack on the Ukrainian capital of Kiev, with more than two dozen missiles fired around the city.
US strikes Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over US deaths
The US has ended its latest airstrikes on Iran, which targeted Tehran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard over an attack that killed American troops in Jordan.
Strikes on Gaza kill nine, including three children
Israel's military says it is targeting Hamas infrastructure and militants in the area of Gaza City.
Russian warehouses hit in deadly Ukraine drone strikes
Ukrainian drones have slammed into two Russian warehouses and hit an oil depot in overnight attacks that killed at least eight people and wounded dozens more.
Australia expands its fuel buffer against Gulf turmoil
Australia's fuel reserves have hit all-time highs as the Iran conflict roils global oil markets, helping keep unleaded around $1.76 a litre in capital cities.
Iran renews Gulf attacks after days of US strikes
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets following days of back-and-forth attacks over the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel strikes kill people ‘during Gaza Strip funeral’
An Israeli strike on a funeral in the centre of the Gaza Strip has killed at least eight people, local officials say.
Zelenskiy shakes up posts as Ukrainian protesters rally
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has picked Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko to chair the country's national security and defence council.
Universities failed to be ‘trauma informed’ about Gaza
Universities have failed to properly care for staff and students affected by the war in Gaza, Australia's pre-eminent tertiary standards authority says.
Pianist loses court battle, but fills concert halls
A pianist who lost a court fight against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is filling concert halls on his own independent tour.
US extends strikes on Iran to bridges and airport
The US has expanded its air strike campaign against Iran by hitting bridges and an airport, prompting retaliation and raising the chance of all-out war.
Russian strikes go on as Zelenskiy faces defence outcry
Deadly Russian attacks have continued in Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy faces a political crisis over a reshuffle that's triggered a public outcry.
Protesters rally in Kyiv amid outcry over defence chief
Ukrainian MPs are voting on a new wartime government amid protests over the dismissal of popular reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Iran threatens Gulf as it warns Hormuz a ‘red line’
Tehran is vowing to hit the region's infrastructure if Donald Trump follows through on threats to attack Iran's power and bridges, as US strikes continue.
Starmer vows UK support for Ukraine on farewell visit
Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer has travelled to Kyiv in one of his final visits as UK leader, promising Britain's support will "always endure".
Uni student denied exam delay after Gaza family deaths
A university demanded death certificates for Gazan family members killed in the conflict when a student requested an exam extension, a royal commission heard.
More strikes as Iran warns of ‘existential war’ with US
The US military has launched another wave of strikes following Iranian attacks on ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukrainian PM
The head of Ukraine's state energy company is expected to be named prime minister after getting President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's support.
Top EU official pledges support on visit to Ukraine
The tide is turning in Ukraine's war against Russia's invasion, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has declared on her latest visit to Kyiv.
Moscow targeted by hundreds of Ukrainian drones
Moscow's mayor says Russia's air defences have repelled a major Ukrainian attack, with more than 300 drones neutralised in the past 24 hours.
‘Bastions of free speech’ grapple with protest tensions
University officials have used various measures to limit pro-Palestine protests on campuses while defending their approaches to academic and student freedom.
Israeli fire kills 10 in Gaza, including a 10-year-old
A 10-year-old boy is among 10 people who were killed in Israel's latest strikes on Gaza, bringing the total of Palestinian deaths since the ceasefire to 1100.
New US strikes on Iran as escalation threatens shipping
The US has resumed a blockade on Iran and launched more air strikes while Tehran threatens shipping corridors in the fight to control the Strait of Hormuz.