Israel hits back at Iran with military target strikes
The Middle East has been on edge in anticipation of Israeli retaliation for a ballistic-missile barrage carried out by Iran on October 1.
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Russian forces advance toward strategic city
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns North Korean troops are poised to be deployed by Russia as enemy forces close in on the strategic city of Pokrovsk.
Israeli strikes kill 22 in northern Gaza, officials say
Palestinian medical officials say the latest Israeli strikes on northern Gaza have killed at least 22 people, mostly women and children.
More than 120 dead in Sudan paramilitary group rampage
Sudan's notorious Rapid Support Forces have run rampage through villages in east-central Sudan, looting, shooting at and sexually attacking women and girls.
Russia air attacks pound Kharkiv, injure several people
The Ukrainian northeastern region of Kharkiv has been bombarded by Russian attacks overnight that injured several people, Ukrainian military officials say.
Egypt proposes two-day Gaza truce, hostage exchange
As the death toll from Israeli military strikes on Gaza continue to rise, Eqypt has proposed a two-day ceasefire and hostage/prisoner exchange.
Bolivia’s ex president’s car shot at as tensions flare
Former Bolivian president Evo Morales says the current government is to blame for a shooting attack on the car in which he was traveling.
Israeli strike kills journalists in southern Lebanon
Journalists have been killed by an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says there is urgency for a diplomatic resolution.
Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops
President Vladimir Putin has not denied claims that North Korea has sent troops to Russia.
Mystery of downed airplane in Sudan deepens
A Russian passport and an ID linked to a UAE-based company were found among the wreckage of a mystery plane that was downed above Darfur in Sudan.
Modi tells Putin that India wants peace in Ukraine
While praising their "strong friendship" with Russia on the eve of the BRICS summit, India has made it clear it wants to see an end to the war in Ukraine.
US calls for a measured Israeli response to Iran attack
Israel's response to Iran's missile barrage should not lead to greater escalation, says the US secretary of state as he pushes for an end to the conflict.
Ukraine could be battleground for North and South Korea
South Korea warns it could consider supplying weapons to Ukraine in response to North Korea allegedly dispatching troops to Russia.
Attackers kill five, injure 22 at Turkish aviation site
Government officials have described an attack at the Turkish Aerospace Industries' headquarters as an act of terrorism.
US pushes for peace as Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire
As the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken makes the current administration's final push for peace in the Middle East, Israel continues to bombard Lebanon.
US confirms NKorea troops in Russia, maybe for Ukraine
The US says it has seen evidence of North Korean troops in Russia with reports they are the first of a 10,000-strong force being sent to help fight in Ukraine.
Claims a cargo jet shot down in Sudan’s Darfur region
Russia says it is investigating claims a cargo jet has been shot down by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Darfur.
Washington makes last Mideast peace bid before election
The US is making its first push for Middle East peace since the leader of Hamas was killed by Israel, a development Washington hopes can usher ceasefire talks.
Russia hits Kyiv with drone attacks for second night
Two civilians have been killed and 15 injured in a separate ballistic missile attack on Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine.
‘Victory plan’ unveiled in precarious times for Ukraine
Ukraine and its allies must "change the circumstances" to end the war with Russia, says President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as he unveiled a "victory plan".
Iran warns Israel against payback for missile barrage
An Iranian commander has warned Israel against retaliation for its October 1 missile barrage while fears have grown of a wider Middle East conflict.
NATO chief reacts cautiously to Ukraine ‘victory plan’
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has reacted cautiously to Ukraine's desire for a quick invitation to join the military alliance as part of a "victory plan".
Israeli army ‘checking’ if Hamas leader Sinwar killed
The Israeli military says it is "checking" the possibility that it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar after an operation in the Gaza Strip.
Israeli forces kill Hamas leader in Gaza gun battle
Western leaders say the Hamas chief's death offers an opportunity to end the conflict but Israel insists it will keep fighting until all hostages are returned.
Zelenskiy says North Korean officers already in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused North Korean troops of preparing to fight alongside Russian forces in his country.
Death of Hamas boss ‘can be turning point in conflict’
Australian politicians have called for urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to the war in the middle east after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen
American B-2 stealth bomber strikes on underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen received support from Australia.
Drone strike launched at Israeli prime minister’s house
A drone has been launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesarea.
Peace call after Hamas leader’s death, ceasefire doubts
The prime minister and foreign minister have used the death of Hamas' leader to reiterate calls for the war in Gaza to end but experts say this is unlikely.
Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners of war
Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned to their respective nations in a swap deal mediated by the United Arab Emirates.
Trump says would impose tariffs if China invades Taiwan
Donald Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if were to "go into Taiwan", and US military intervention would not be needed there under his leadership.