UN demands Gaza ceasefire as Israel and US divided
As Israeli bombing of Gaza continues, the UN has voted in support of a ceasefire and US President Joe Biden warned its ally it was losing global support.
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Largest cyber attack of war hits Ukraine phone operator
Ukrainian authorities say they are investigating the possibility of Russian state involvement in an apparent cyber attack on a mobile phone network operator.
Australia votes in favour of Gaza ceasefire at UN
A UN resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza has been adopted after receiving the support of Australia and 152 other nations.
Zelenskiy met by Republican doubts in US aid push
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy has pleaded his nation's case to hesitant US Republicans as President Joe Biden warns they risk handing victory to Vladimir Putin.
Zelenskiy urges Congress not to play into Putin’s hands
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia may be fighting in Ukraine but its "real target is freedom" in America and around the world.
Hunger rises in Gaza as UN prepares for ceasefire vote
The UN General Assembly appears set to demand an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the two-month long conflict between Israel and Hamas, as Gazans starve.
Israeli tanks reach centre of Khan Younis
As Israel continues its bombardment of Khan Younis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he appreciates the US veto of the UN's attempted ceasefire order.
Two dead, more hurt in Red Cross convoy attack in Sudan
Hours after hopes of a ceasefire were raised between warring parties in Sudan, two people were killed and seven injured in an attack on a Red Cross convoy.
Israel intensifies battle in southern Gaza
Israel's tanks have reached the centre of Khan Younis as Israel's attack on southern Gaza intensifies, and the UN warns the city is close to collapse.
Ukraine says four injured in missile strike on Kyiv
Ukraine says four people were hurt in a Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, as leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy prepares to meet US President Joe Biden.
US criticises Israel over rising civilian toll in Gaza
"It remains imperative that Israel put a premium on civilian protection" in Gaza, America's top diplomat says, as the UN prepares to hear a ceasefire demand.
Ukraine to make own artillery shells with US firms
A Ukrainian minister says artillery shells will be manufactured in the country in a deal with two US companies.
Foreign minister plans to visit Israel within weeks
Penny Wong will visit the Middle East within weeks, following a bipartisan delegation travelling to Israel.
Israel ramps up strikes as US blocks ceasefire demand
Israel has pounded the length of Gaza in a deadly new phase of the war as the US vetoes a United Nations Security Council demand for a humanitarian ceasefire.
Ukraine says Russian missiles kill one, troops press on
A civilian has been killed and eight wounded after Russian warplanes fired long-range missiles at targets in Ukraine, officials there say.
Battles in Khan Younis, US blocks Gaza ceasefire call
As Israel continues its bombardment of Khan Younis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he appreciates the US's veto of the UN's attempted ceasefire order.
Sudanese warring parties dig in as Jeddah talks falter
The Sudanese army has intensified air strikes in Khartoum as its rival, the paramilitary RSF, holds most of the capital and advances in the west.
Zelenskiy assures Ukrainians of victory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has told the public that "no matter how difficult it is," the country will defeat Russian forces.
Israeli forces battle Hamas in southern Gaza
Israeli troops have fought fierce battles with Hamas in the south of the Gaza Strip after reaching the heart of the city of Khan Younis.
Scores dead as Israel storms southern Gaza’s main city
Israel says it has surrounded Gaza's second-biggest city after what it described as the most intense day of fighting since the ground operations in Gaza began.
Zelenskiy cancels US address as fate of aid in balance
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy'says the postponement of US assistance would create a "big risk", as the Ukrainian leader cancels plans to address US lawmakers.
Australia safety pledge as Israel issues travel warning
Top ministers are assuring the Jewish community it remains safe in Australia and have condemned anti-Semitism after Israel issued a travel alert.
Israel strikes southern city in bloody new phase of war
Intensified Israeli bombardment of Gaza's second largest city marks a bloody new phase of the war as the offensive widens into the south.
Ukraine changing war tactics, presidential aide says
Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak says the government is focused on speeding up talks with partners to boost military supplies.
Israel says ground forces operating across Gaza Strip
"The Israel Defence Forces continues to extend its ground operation against Hamas centres in all of the Gaza Strip," a spokesman says.
Ukraine says two killed as Russian forces shell Kherson
Ukrainian officials say Russian shelling has killed two people and injured seven in an area in and around Kherson city.
Russian forces shot surrendering soldiers, Ukraine says
Ukraine says an unverified video showing Russian soldiers shooting two surrendering Ukrainian soldiers is proof Moscow violates the rules of war.
US calls for restraint amid renewed Gaza fighting
US Vice President Kamala Harris says "too many innocent Palestinians have been killed" amid renewed fighting between Hamas and Israeli forces.
MPs seek to turn down heat on Israel-Gaza debate
Politicians have called on Australians to search for humanity among the violence in the Middle East and show kindness to diasporas caught in the crossfire.
War resumes in Gaza after truce collapses
Gaza's health ministry says dozens of people have been killed in the first Israeli air strikes after a ceasefire expired while Qatar says negotiations continue.
Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce for seventh day
Israel and Hamas have agreed to another day of their temporary truce in Gaza, minutes before it was set to end.