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.
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‘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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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".
‘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.
‘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.
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.
Trump glories in Iran truce despite doubt over damage
President Donald Trump claims the US joining Israel's strikes on Iran was a major victory and insists the damage to Tehran's nuclear program was "very severe".
Treasurer seeks trade balance in latest US tariff talks
Australia is still negotiating an exemption to tariffs imposed by Donald Trump as the deputy prime minister tries to score a meeting with the US president.
Iran-Israel ceasefire appears to hold as Trump vents
US air strikes didn't destroy Iran's nuclear capability and only set it back by a few months, according to one initial US intelligence assessment.
‘Cancel culture’: fired pro-Gaza ABC host awarded $70k
The ABC could face significant penalties after being ordered to pay $70,000 in damages to a fill-in radio host fired for posting about Israeli actions in Gaza.
Australia’s Iran fallout warning despite uneasy truce
Australia has been warned it might face long-term ramifications from the conflict between Israel and Iran after supporting air strikes by the US.
Russia attacks kill 26, Zelenskiy seeks support at NATO
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are expected to hold talks during the NATO summit in the Netherlands.
More Gaza bloodshed after Israel makes truce with Iran
Israeli strikes have killed dozens more people in Gaza as its ceasefire with Iran raised hopes among Palestinians of an end to the 20-month war in the enclave.
Weaponisation of food in Gaza is a war crime, UN says
The UN's rights office has issued its harshest words yet on aid delivery in Gaza, warning that any "weaponisation" of food for civilians in Gaza is a war crime.
Leaders at historic NATO summit with unity on the line
NATO members are set to support a goal of spending five per cent of their GDP on their security as they gather amid wars in the Ukraine and the Middle East.
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Servos urged not to price gouge after oil price hike
The consumer watchdog is being urged to make sure motorists aren't ripped off at the bowser after Middle East strikes led to a surge in fuel costs.
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.
Israel reports deadly barrage after Trump’s ceasefire
Israel's military reports at least three people have been killed in missile barrages from Iran.
Syrian president condemns ‘despicable’ church attack
A deadly attack on a church in Damascus has been condemned by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as targeting innocent worshippers.
Zelenskiy visits UK, Ukraine minister faces graft probe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has visited the United Kingdom as authorities in Kyiv probed a deputy prime minister over alleged embezzlement.
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Orderly, coherent or flat-footed: PM rejects criticism
Anthony Albanese has dismissed suggestions he was "flat-footed" after US bombing raids on Iran, as he called for a ceasefire to hold between Iran and Israel.