Gazans fearing Rafah assault look to Cairo for hope
Negotiators are meeting in Egypt to seek a truce between Israel and Hamas as over a million Gazans crammed into Rafah await Israel's feared ground offensive.
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Israel prepares assault on Rafah amid ‘bloodbath’ fears
Israel's military is coming up with a plan to evacuate the southern Gaza city of Rafah but aid agencies warn a ground attack could lead to mass civilian deaths.
New Ukraine army chief outlines plan of attack
Ukraine's new army chief says his immediate goals include improving the rotation of troops out of the front lines and harnessing the power of new technology
Indian Ocean security threats on par with Pacific: Wong
Vast waters to Australia's west present security, climate and conflict threats as serious as those facing the Pacific, the foreign minister told a conference.
Gazans brace for Rafah assault after 44 more killed
Israel has confirmed plans to attack Rafah, where 44 people died in air strikes overnight, leaving Gazans wondering where else they can be evacuated to.
Drone attacks target Kyiv, southern Ukraine
Ukraine's Air Force says its defence systems destroyed 40 out of 45 Russia-launched Shahed attack drones overnight over Kyiv and southern Ukraine.
Russian forces using Starlink in Ukraine, Kyiv says
Kyiv says Russia is using Starlink technology in occupied areas of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine.
Biden, European leaders criticise Trump’s NATO comments
European leaders have reacted to Donald Trump's comments over a hypothetical Russian invasion of NATO allies not spending enough on defence.
Israeli strikes kill 67 as two hostages freed in Rafah
Israeli forces have rescued two hostages in Rafah under the cover of air strikes that officials say killed 67 Palestinians in the southern Gaza city.
Russia launches 45 drones in mass barrage of Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say Russian forces have launched 45 drones over Ukraine in a five-and-a-half-hour barrage.
PM ‘very concerned’ about Israeli offensive on Rafah
Australia's prime minister has expressed serious concerns about the threat to civilian lives as Israel prepares a full-blown attack on Rafah in southern Gaza.
Israel frees two hostages, Dutch block jet part exports
A Dutch appeals court has blocked the export of fighter jet parts to Israel, as foreign officials warn of the consequences a ground offensive in Rafah.
Sudan left in the dark by RSF-imposed telecoms blackout
Sudan's communication blackout, blamed on the Rapid Support Forces, has hampered aid and left millions vulnerable.
Kyiv says Moscow obtaining Starlink via third countries
Starlink says it does not engage in any business with the Russian government or military.
US, Jordan throw weight behind Gaza ceasefire effort
A Dutch appeals court has blocked the export of fighter jet parts to Israel, as foreign officials warn of the consequences a ground offensive in Rafah.
Israel, Hamas making progress in talks, officials say
Two officials say Israel and Hamas are making progress toward a deal that aims to bring about a cease-fire and free hostages held in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip.
‘Over the top’: Biden says of Israel’s military action
Israel appears to be targeting the southern city of Rafah where up to 1.4 million Gazans are seeking refuge, a day after rejecting a proposed ceasefire.
Ukraine replaces army chief at difficult time in war
After months of speculation of a rift, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ousted army chief and national hero Valeriy Zaluzhnyi in a leadership shake-up.
Russia pounds Avdiivka, fires missiles at Kyiv
Russian forces are pounding an area in eastern Ukraine but have also launched missiles at major cities including Kyiv.
Donors to UN agency in Gaza ‘need confidence’: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has received advice saying Australian money is not being funnelled through an aid organisation to fund terrorism in Gaza.
Gaza ceasefire hopes alive with more talks planned
Israel has rejected Hamas demands in a proposed four-and-a-half-month ceasefire plan, calling them "delusional", but the United States remains hopeful.
Fresh missile strikes as Ukraine extends martial law
Russia has launched fresh air strikes on Kyiv after Ukraine's parliament backed extending martial law in the country by a further 90 days.
Yemen’s Houthis vow response after US, UK strikes
The United States says its forces have targeted 13 locations across Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen following the rebels' attacks on commercial ships.
Ukraine president confirms mulling dismissing army head
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said in an interview he is considering replacing Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi as part of a shake-up.
Israel presses Gaza onslaught as US pursues ceasefire
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has held a meeting with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid hopes for a truce in Gaza.
Ukraine suspends defence official amid corruption probe
Ukrainian authorities say they are investigating suspected corruption in the procurement of weapons, with one official suspended.
Israel keeps pressure on last two refugee cities
Deadly air strikes have intensified fears among the thousands of displaced Palestinians that Israeli forces will advance on the last refugee cities in Gaza.
US begins strikes in Iraq and Syria over Jordan attack
While US strikes after the attack in Jordan do not target any locations inside Iran, they are likely to increase concern about tensions in the Middle East.
Hundreds of animals disembark ship amid export limbo
While some animals are back on dry land, thousands of cattle remain in limbo on an export ship forced to return to WA because of conflict in the Middle East.
US launches deadly retaliatory strikes in Iraq, Syria
Dozens of people have been killed in Iraq and Syria after the White House launched air strikes in retaliation for the killing of three US troops.
Russia says 28 killed in Ukrainian attack on bakery
A Ukrainian air strike on a bakery in Russia-controlled Lysychansk -allegedly involving United States rockets - has killed 28 people, Moscow says.