Japanese prime minister’s party secures supermajority
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's coalition has swept to victory, handing her a mandate to cut taxes and boost the economy through spending.
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Ukraine imposes sanctions over Russian missiles, drones
Ukraine has imposed sanctions on some foreign companies involved in the production of Russian missiles and drones.
Few getting through Gaza’s Rafah border crossing
Far fewer people than expected have crossed in both directions since the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened, after two years of war.
Legal fight ahead of contentious Israeli president trip
Protesters are headed to court after police were granted extra power to try and stifle demonstrations against the Israeli president's visit to Australia.
Dozens dead, including children, in Sudan drone attack
A drone attack by the Rapid Support Forces has hit a vehicle carrying displaced families in central Sudan, killing at least 24 people, including eight children
Iran vows to strike US bases if attacked
Despite "positive" discussions at nuclear talks, Tehran has warned it is prepared to attack US bases in the region if it is once again targeted by US strikes.
MPs urge top cop to green-light Herzog visit protest
MPs have vowed to join a planned peaceful march through Sydney to oppose Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit despite police opposing the event.
US pushes deadline for Russia and Ukraine to end war
The US has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach a deal to end the nearly four‑year war, as Russia launches strikes on energy infrastructure.
Nuclear talks with US in Oman ‘a good start’, Iran says
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has described talks in Oman as "a very good start" and says they will continue in a new round.
‘Grave insult’: activists vow to protest Israeli leader
Police and protesters appear to be on a collision course as activists vow to take to the streets to oppose the Israeli president's Australian visit.
UAE plans compound in Israeli-held Gaza Strip part: map
A planning map indicates that a "UAE Temporary Emirates Housing Complex" will be constructed near Rafah in the south of the Gaza Strip.
US, Russia to re-establish military-to-military talks
The United States and Russia say they have agreed to re-establish high-level military contacts for the first time since 2021 on the sidelines of Ukraine talks.
Ukraine and Russia swap prisoners following UAE talks
Ukraine-Russia peace talks will continue in the near future, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says after the latest meeting in Abu Dhabi.
Wong defends Israeli president visit amid death threats
Community tensions are running high ahead of the Israeli president's visit to Australia, with one man accused of threatening to kill the leader.
At least 216 militants killed in Pakistan’s Balochistan
At least 216 militants have been killed in across Pakistan's Balochistan province since Saturday, officials say.
US-Iran talks venue changed to Oman
Nuclear talks between Iran and the US will take place in Oman, the Iranian foreign minister confirmed, as tensions between the nations remain high.
Ukraine, Russia wrap ‘productive’ first day of talks
Envoys from Russia and Ukraine have met in Abu Dhabi for a new round of US-brokered talks to end their conflict.
Israeli strikes kill 18, Rafah patient crossings halted
At least 18 people have been killed by Israeli attacks across Gaza, according to hospital officials.
Russia hits Ukraine energy in diplomatic snub:Zelenskiy
Attacks by Russia on energy systems appear intended to freeze Ukrainians into submission during one of the coldest winters in years.
Iran demands changes in venue for US talks
The US military says it shot down an Iranian drone acting "aggressively" near its aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea in self-defence.
Sudan’s army breaks siege of famine-stricken Kadugli
The Sudan army's apparent victory in the battle for Kadugli may mark a turning point in the trajectory of the war.
Racism watchdog warns of coded message in cohesion call
'Social cohesion' has become a common catchcry after the Bondi terror attack, but the race discrimination commissioner warns the phrase can worsen divisions.
Protest ban extended to stop anti-Israeli visit ‘riot’
Protest restrictions introduced after the Bondi terror attack have been extended ahead of the Israeli president's visit as activists plan nationwide rallies.
Trickle of Palestinians leave Gaza at Rafah crossing
Some 20,000 wounded and sick Palestinians are hoping to leave Gaza for medical treatment as Israeli authorities open the Rafah border crossing into Egypt.
Russia pounds Ukrainian energy facilities before talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia has launched a major attack on Ukraine with around 450 drones and 70 missiles launched.
Iran president gives go-ahead for talks with US
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says he's instructed his government to begin negotiations with the United States.
Israel reopens Rafah border crossing with limits
Israel has partially reopened the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip for limited passenger traffic.
Russian drone strike kills 12 miners in bus: Ukraine
A Russian drone strike that hit a bus in Ukraine has killed 12 people, according to emergency services.
Judge declines to halt Trump’s crackdown in Minnesota
Thousands have marched across the US demanding the withdrawal of federal immigration agents, as Donald Trump orders them to stay away from protests.
Pakistan forces kill 145 militants after attacks
Pakistan forces are hunting for the separatists behind a string of deadly co-ordinated attacks in restive Balochistan province.
Ayatollah warns of regional war if US attacks Iran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned the United States against attacking the country.