Iran disputes US rescue of crew member from downed jet
A US airman, whose jet was downed, is injured but safe after he hid in the mountains before being rescued, Donald Trump says, in an account disputed by Iran.
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Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock
Motorists are getting access to better, real-time information about changing fuel prices as one state launches a crackdown on service stations.
Pope urges peace in world torn by the ‘violence of war’
Pope Leo has used his first Easter mass to issue a call for hope at a time when the world is torn by the violence of war.
Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants
President Donald Trump has warned of impending strikes on Iran's power plants and bridge infrastructure after the rescue of a US airman.
A long Iran war could take support for Ukraine: Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is concerned that a prolonged US-Israeli war on Iran could erode America's support for Ukraine.
US, Iran weigh ceasefire plan as Trump deadline nears
US and Iran have received a ceasefire plan, as President Donald Trump threatens to unleash "hell" if Tehran doesn't make a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Nation tops up fuel supply as Easter demand soars
Households and businesses face months of high fuel prices and associated costs even if there is a swift end to the Middle East conflict that is choking supply.
Russian attack kills three in Odesa, including toddler
Russia has launched a drone attack on Ukraine's port of Odesa, killing three people including a small child, while Ukraine targeted a key Russian oil port.
Ukrainian drones spark fire at Russian oil terminal
Ukrainian drones have attacked the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea terminal, which handles 1.5 per cent of global oil supply, Russia authorities say.
Trump says Iran can be ‘taken out’ as ceasefire stalls
Donald Trump says Iran could be "taken out" in one night as Tehran rejected a ceasefire proposal and the president's deadline to open the Hormuz Strait looms.
Australia turns to key partner to lock in fuel supply
Australia will try to secure more fuel supply when Anthony Albanese jets off for talks with his Singaporean counterpart.
Israeli strike ‘kills 10’ near a Gaza Strip school
Israeli drones have fired missiles into the central Gaza Strip, killing at least 10 people and wounding several others, medics say.
Trump to give speech, says Iran leader sought ceasefire
US President Donald Trump is set to make a speech from the White House after saying the United States will be "out of Iran pretty quickly".
Servos under the pump over prices as cost cuts kick in
After criticising Anthony Albanese for making a national televised speech on the fuel crisis, Angus Taylor has made an address to attack the government.
No clear case for longer Iran war with goals won: PM
Australia will join a snap meeting to end disruption to shipping in a critical oil corridor as the prime minister questions the value of a prolonged Iran war.
Zelenskiy says talks with US ‘positive’, Russia strikes
Ukraine wants negotiators to pass the offer of an Easter ceasefire on to the Russian side, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
EU top diplomats visit Ukraine to mark Bucha massacre
The EU's top diplomat and several foreign ministers are in Kyiv to mark the fourth anniversary of the Bucha massacre and to voice their support for Ukraine.
King to visit US in April, Buckingham Palace confirms
Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles III will make a state visit to the United States and Bermuda in late April.
Hegseth says next few days in Iran war will be decisive
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told a briefing at the Pentagon that air strikes are damaging the morale of the Iranian military.
Russia urges Ukraine to clarify Easter truce proposal
A Kremlin spokesman has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to elaborate on a proposal for an Easter ceasefire.
US could exit Iran war soon, Trump says – and NATO, too
President Donald Trump has signalled the US may soon wind down the Iran war without a deal, and threatened to ditch NATO for not helping him with the conflict.
‘Dog’s breakfast’: commuter fears over free transport
Regional residents are concerned temporary free public transport to offset fuel prices in one state will make finding a seat harder than ever.
Australia urges probe into Lebanon peacekeeper killings
Israel's ambassador to Australia has defended his country's actions in Lebanon and death penalty laws which have been criticised by the Albanese government.
Oil tanker hit by Iranian strike after Trump threats
US President Donald Trump is again threatening the destruction of Iran's energy resources, while an Iranian drone has set ablaze a Kuwaiti oil tanker.
Man charged over plan to fight in Myanmar’s civil war
An Australian faces the prospect of life in prison after being charged with intending to join an armed group to fight in a southeast Asian nation's civil war.
Trump extends deadline for striking Iran’s power plants
President Donald Trump has delayed a threatened strike on Iran's energy infrastructure until April 6, after Tehran rejected a US ceasefire plan.
Fuel crisis drives Aussies to rethink how they travel
Australians are adapting to rising fuel prices by changing their transport habits, with some ditching their cars even if it adds hours to their commute.
Drivers urged to nab ‘undersold fuel’ as costs spike
Data on fuel has revealed which capital cities are offering the cheapest and most expensive prices as motorists are urged to use an "undersold" option.
Ukraine hits oil facilities, keeping pressure on Russia
Following heavy Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, Volodymyr Zelenskiy says pressure on Moscow needs to be maintained.
Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade
Australia is brushing aside criticism from US President Donald Trump for not being a help in the war in the Middle East.
Australia to be ‘overprepared’ for ongoing fuel woes
Australians are being urged to use common sense instead of stockpiling petrol and diesel as the government proposes new powers to secure supplies.