Strikes set back Iran nuclear program ‘up to two years’
The US strike on Iranian facilities set back the nation's nuclear program by up to two years, the Pentagon says in contrast to an earlier leaked assessment.
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Apology for hurt and pain as Venice arts duo reinstated
The federal arts funding body has apologised to an artist and curator axed from representing Australia at the Venice Biennale, but who have now been reinstated.
Israel’s Netanyahu slams Gaza aid shooting report
Israeli leaders have condemned as "malicious falsehoods" allegations that soldiers were ordered to shoot at Palestinians approaching aid sites in Gaza.
Zelenskiy calls for US help amid Russian air barrage
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for more US support to boost Ukraine's air defences after a Russian attack involving hundreds of drones and missiles.
Iran signals openness to transfers of uranium abroad
An Iranian representative reportedly says the country's stocks of enriched uranium could be transferred elsewhere as part of a deal with the United States.
Israel orders Gaza evacuations as Trump urges war’s end
An Israeli official says the military believes the Gaza campaign is close to reaching its objectives and expanded fighting may endanger the remaining hostages.
Police review rapper’s Glastonbury anti-Israel comments
UK police are reviewing videos of Glastonbury performances after controversial comments by Irish hip-hop group Kneecap and London punk duo Bob Vylan.
Israel steps up Gaza bombing ahead of ceasefire talks
Israeli officials are expected at the White House for talks on a Gaza ceasefire but there's been no let-up in strikes on the Palestinian enclave.
Russian forces claim new victory in war in Ukraine
The first village in Ukraine's east-central region of Dnipropetrovsk has fallen, according to Russian state media and war bloggers.
Probe called into violent arrest at pro-Palestine rally
Police have initiated an internal probe into the break-up of a pro-Palestine protest that left a former federal Greens candidate with a serious eye injury.
UK, France condemn ‘threats’ against nuclear watchdog
Britain, France and Germany have called on Iran to guarantee the safety of staff from the nuclear watchdog after a newspaper took aim at its director.
Islamist preacher’s court loss over ‘perverse’ sermons
Sermons delivered by an Islamist preacher drew on fundamentally racist tropes and made "perverse generalisations" about Jewish people, a judge has found.
Netanyahu to visit White House amid push for ceasefire
Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks at the White House next week, amid a renewed push to end the war in Gaza.
Russia says its troops occupy Ukraine’s Luhansk region
Moscow says its forces have overrun Ukraine's occupied Luhansk region, nearly three years after Russian President Vladimir Putin illegally annexed the area.
Ukraine claims halt to Russia’s advance in Sumy region
Ukraine's top commander claims Ukraine troops have stopped Russia's advance into the northern Sumy region, while the two sides swapped prisoners.
Seven killed in Ukraine, Putin to cut military spending
Russian forces have struck the southern Ukraine cities of Samar and Odessa, killing at least seven people, officials say.
Israel orders war crime probe on Gaza shootings: report
An Israeli newspaper says authorities are investigating allegations that troops deliberately fired at civilians near aid distribution sites in the Gaza Strip.
‘No other option’: desperate plea from stranded Aussies
As Australians return home from the Middle East, a family stranded in Iran says it has no way to flee after receiving advice to cross international borders.
Israel ‘killed 30 Iran security chiefs, 11 scientists’
Israel's air force struck over 900 targets and deeply damaged Iran's missile production during the 12-day air war, an independent expert says.
New Gaza talks push as Israeli attacks kill at least 21
Mediators are trying to hold new ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas as Israeli strikes on the enclave continue, killing more than 20 Palestinians.
Iran’s Khamenei claims victory after truce with Israel
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has claimed victory over Israel and says his country "delivered a hand slap to America's face".
Israel strike kills 18 getting food aid: Gaza officials
An Israeli strike hit a security unit handing out confiscated food in Central Gaza, killing 18, in the latest violence surrounding humanitarian aid.
US Senators divided after briefing on Iran strikes
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has rejected suggestions that US air-strikes on Iran's nuclear sites weren't as effective as claimed by President Donald Trump.
Israeli settlers attack West Bank town after Gaza bomb
Israeli settlers have attacked a West Bank town after seven Israeli soldiers were killed in a bomb attack in the south of the Gaza Strip.
‘Sixteen killed’ as Kenyan protesters and police clash
Activists say 16 people have been killed as Kenyan police clashed with thousands of demonstrators protesting police brutality and corruption.
‘Torn’ Aussies flee conflict as many more left waiting
Australians have started returning home from Israel after the 12-day war with Iran, but thousands more are still looking for a way out of the region.
Trump meets Zelenskiy, says Putin ‘has to end’ war
US President Donald Trump says after his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Russian President Vladimir Putin "has to end that war".
Trump struggles to control commentary on Iran strikes
President Donald Trump is still focused on assessments of the US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, as planning turns toward a new commitment from Iran.
‘Embarrassed’: ABC’s Lattouf legal bill to top $2m
Defending its sacking of a radio presenter will likely cost the Australian public broadcaster more than $2 million, a year after rejecting a settlement offer.
Australia sticks to guns on defence as allies shell out
Australia is doubling down in resisting US pressure for its allies to lift defence spending, as retaliation is promised for nations refusing to comply.
Trump rebukes Israel for post-ceasefire strikes on Iran
US President Donald Trump insists the Israel-Iran ceasefire is "in effect" after briefly faltering, and he's scolded Israel in particular for launching strikes.