United States won’t help Israel retaliate against Iran
Israel says it has made plans for offensive and defensive action in response to Iran's bombardment, but Iran says any retaliation would escalate hostilities.
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US to announce $A150m extra aid for Sudan
A year after war broke out in Sudan, killing thousands and displacing millions, the US will announce an additional $A154m in aid as it issues a plea for peace.
Israel calls on Australia to impose ‘extreme measures’
Australia is being urged, alongside the wider international community, to impose "extreme measures" on Iran in the wake of its attack on Israel.
Israeli military vows response to Iran attack
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has summoned his war cabinet for the second time in less than 24 hours to weigh a response to Iran's missile and drone attack.
US says Hamas remains barrier to Gaza hostage deal
The Israeli army has called on Palestinians not to return to the northern part of the Gaza Strip as the United States says Hamas remains the barrier to a truce.
Zelenskiy, commanders consider action on Ukraine front
Ukraine President Voldoymyr Zelenskiy has issued a fresh plea for air defences to protect against Russian strikes on cities and infrastructure.
Russian armoured assaults ramp up pressure on Ukraine
A Ukrainian military chief says Kyiv needs a technological advantage over Russia in sophisticated weapons to allow it "to seize the strategic initiative".
Protests loom as Australian aid worker shot at in Gaza
Pro-Palestine rallies are set to be held across the nation as it emerged another Australian aid worker has been shot at in Gaza.
Dozens killed in Gaza as Hamas vows to ‘break’ Israel
A senior member of Hamas says the militant group's six-month-old battle with Israel will "break the enemy soon".
‘Ukraine shelling kills 10’ in Russian-controlled town
An attack on the Russian-controlled Ukrainian town of Tokmak has killed 10 people, including three children, local officials say.
Iran warns Israel against retaliation for air strikes
Fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East are growing as Israel vows victory over Iran following Tehran's retaliatory drone and missile strike.
Israel govt opponents rally amid deadlock on hostages
Opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have rallied in Israel amid a deadlock in diplomatic efforts to retrieve hostages held by Hamas.
PM decries Iran attack as ‘grave threat’ to Middle East
As Iran launches dozens of drones and missiles at Israel, the prime minister has condemned the move and warned it could further devastate the region.
IAEA decries ‘dangerous’ Ukraine nuclear plant attacks
The situation at the Russian-occupied Ukrainian nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia is getting more dangerous, the United Nations nuclear watchdog says.
Hamas leader says group is still seeking hostage deal
Hamas is still looking to achieve a ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Israel, the militant group's leader Ismail Haniyeh says.
Israeli air strike kills three sons of Hamas leader
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh says the killing of three of his sons in an Israeli air strike will not affect the group's demands in ceasefire talks.
Labor enabled spread of anti-Semitism: Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has accused the Albanese government of downplaying the scale of anti-Semitism in Australia while taking aim at migrants.
Foreign minister reignites debate on two-state solution
Penny Wong has sparked an angry reaction from the opposition after making a speech about Palestinian statehood, but has the prime minister's backing.
Ukraine parliament passes bill to overhaul army drafts
Ukraine's parliament has passed a controversial law that will govern how the country recruits soldiers to replenish depleted forces fighting off Russian troops.
Six dead, 10 injured in Russian strike on Ukraine: Kyiv
Ukraine's second-largest city has been attacked by Russian drones, with at least six people dead and 10 injured, officials say.
‘Deadly failure’: Penny Wong’s fresh call against IDF
Australia's Foreign Affairs Minister has accused Israel of not taking appropriate action following drone strikes that killed Zomi Frankcom and six colleagues.
Israel sacks officers after aid workers killed in Gaza
The Israeli military has dismissed two officers for their roles in air strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission.
Israeli army mistook aid workers for gunmen: inquiry
Israel's army says an inquiry into the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza concluded there were serious errors and breaches of procedure by the military.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy warns of dwindling missiles
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says if Russia is going to continue its long-range aerial bombardment, Ukraine must have more air defence missiles.
Gaza ceasefire talks amid increased aid efforts
Hamas, US and Israeli officials are set to take part in ceasefire talks amid increased efforts to bring aid to people in Gaza.
Three killed in Russian strike on village: Ukraine
Two men and a woman have died after a house in a Ukrainian village on the front line was hit by a Russian shell, a local official said.
Israeli military reduces troops in southern Gaza
The Israeli military says it has withdrawn all ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip except for one brigade.
Ukraine denies it was behind strike on nuclear plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency has repeated calls for Ukraine and Russia not to "jeopardise nuclear safety" after Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant was hit.
Israel reduces troops in south Gaza, Rafah in sights
Six months after the war in Gaza began, Israel withdrew some soldiers from the south and has Rafah in its sights, even as it prepares for more ceasefire talks.
Israel special adviser named to probe aid worker death
Tel Aviv's response to Israeli Defence Force strikes which killed Zomi Frankcom will fall under the microscope after the government appointed a special adviser.
Israel special adviser to watch aid worker deaths probe
Tel Aviv's response to the Israeli Defence Force strikes that killed Zomi Frankcom will be under the spotlight after Australia appointed a special adviser.