Seven dead and dozens hurt in Russian attack on Kyiv
A child is among the seven people killed in a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, as Russia ramps up its air campaign despite a US deadline.
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Point of starvation spurs statehood push for Palestine
Australia recognising Palestinian statehood is only a matter of time, the treasurer says, as an expert warns starvation has reached a tipping point in Gaza.
PM firm on Palestinian statehood as pressure mounts
Australia won't follow France and the United Kingdom in pushing for Palestinian statehood to pressure Israel into abiding by a two-state solution.
Dozens die in Israeli fire as war in Gaza drags on
More than 40 Palestinians have died in Israeli strike and gunfire in Gaza, as the UK adds pressure for a ceasefire by opening the door to a Palestinian state.
Russia has developed immunity to sanctions: Kremlin
Russian officials have reacted to US threats to impose more sanctions by saying the country's economy is used to operating under major restrictions.
Trump envoy goes to Israel for Gaza aid, ceasefire push
Deadlocked ceasefire talks and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza await US special envoy Steve Witkoff when he arrives in Israel on a salvage mission.
Thailand-Cambodia truce holds as villagers return home
Calm is returning to the Thailand-Cambodia border and people are going home after fleeing days of fighting as both sides abide by a ceasefire.
Russian strikes as Kremlin defiant over Trump threats
Russia continues its strikes on Ukraine, killing inmates at a prison in its latest barrage as it pushes back against threats from US President Donald Trump.
Police seek to block Palestine march on Harbour Bridge
Police will seek a court order making it unlawful for activists to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza.
Over 60,000 Palestinians died in Gaza war: ministry
More than 60,000 Palestinians have been killed in the 21-month Israel-Hamas war, Gaza's health ministry says, with deal to end the conflict in sight.
UK could recognise Palestinian state in September: PM
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the United Kingdom will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire.
Russia quiet on US decision to cut ceasefire deadline
A Kremlin spokesman says he will not comment after US President Donald Trump shortened a deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
PM blasts Gaza hunger denial as Liberals sidestep
Israel's denial of starvation occurring in Gaza as it throttles food and medical supplies has been criticised by the PM, who says it's "beyond comprehension".
‘Starvation is knocking on every door’ in Gaza: UN
The UN says the situation in Gaza is a "horror show" and the level of death and destruction is "without parallel in recent times" as people starve to death.
Ukraine, Russia drone strikes after latest peace talks
Ukrainian and Russian representatives have held peace talks in the Turkish city of Istanbul, but the two sides swiftly resumed drone strikes.
More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza
More than 100 charity and human rights groups are warning that Palestinians in Gaza are being starved and acute malnutrition is claiming children's lives.
Twelve dead as Thai, Cambodian troops clash at border
At least 12 people have been killed in clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops in a disputed border area.
‘Anchor in a volatile world’: Australia, UK draw closer
The Australia-UK relationship has been hailed as providing "stability in troubled waters" as the two nations look to sign a treaty without their AUKUS partner.
US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks, bringing team home
Trump envoy says the US is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and bringing home its negotiating team from Qatar.
Macron says France will recognise Palestine as a state
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will recognise Palestine as a state.
Doctors can’t help as children starve to death in Gaza
The hunger that has been building in Gaza for months under Israel's blockade is now reaching a tipping point into accelerating deaths, doctors say.
Thailand, Cambodia in second day of deadly clashes
Clashes that have already claimed 16 lives are continuing on the Thai-Cambodia border, as a regional leader urges a peaceful resolution.
‘Children starving’: Israel condemned over aid denial
Australia's most senior politicians have denounced Israel's denial of aid to starving civilians in Gaza in their strongest intervention on the conflict to date.
Putin, Zelenskiy talks to happen as final step: Kremlin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has submitted a new bill restoring the independence of the country's anti-corruption agencies
Thai-Cambodian fighting extends despite ceasefire calls
Fighting on the Thai-Cambodian border has extended into a third day as the death toll surpasses 30, with both sides saying they are acting in self-defence.
Ukraine holding firm against Russia’s summer push
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukrainian forces are holding back a concerted summer push by Russia's bigger army.
US lifts some Myanmar sanctions after plea for relief
Human rights groups are outraged that the United States has removed several allies of Myanmar's ruling generals from a sanctions list.
Netanyahu, Trump appear to abandon Gaza ceasefire talks
Remarks from Benjamin Netanyahu Donald Trump appear to leave little to no room, at least in the short term, to resume negotiations for a Mideast ceasefire.
Israel announces pauses in Gaza to allow aid for hungry
Israel's military says airdrops of aid have begun in Gaza, and humanitarian corridors will be established for United Nations convoys.
Thai-Cambodia shelling ongoing despite Trump truce call
Attacks have been reported around border areas of Thailand and Cambodia despite US President Donald Trump's intervention and calls for a ceasefire.
Aid lorries enter Gaza as Israel takes ‘tactical pause’
Food and medical aid is being allowed into Gaza where famine is affecting the population after Israel agreed a daily "tactical pause" on military action.