Fierce clashes in Gaza as Israel expands offensive
Israeli troops and armour have pushed deeper into northern Gaza as it expands its operation against Hamas, while international calls grow to let in aid.
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Six former prime ministers urge end to religious hatred
Former Australian prime ministers from both sides of the political divide are calling for the community to unite behind Israelis and Palestinians.
UN demands aid truce between Israel and Hamas
A UN resolution drafted by Arab states calling for humanitarian access to the Gaza strip has been passed with overwhelming support, to the fury of Israel.
Drones strike near Russian nuclear waste facility
Moscow has accused Ukraine of nuclear terrorism after it says a drone crashed into a nuclear waste storage facility in Kursk, western Russia.
Israel presses ‘second stage’ of Gaza war against Hamas
Israel has opened a new stage of its war against Hamas, PM Benjamin Netanyahu says, with troops and armour pushing through Gaza amid a communications blackout.
Defiance and demands as thousands rally over Gaza war
The streets of Sydney and Melbourne have been flooded with protesters as Australian communities remain divided over the conflict in the Middle East.
Israeli troops in Gaza, Hamas vows to use ‘full force’
Israel's military says its troops are still in the field in Gaza as the relatives of hostages being held by Hamas demand a meeting with the Israeli government.
Release of hostages requires ceasefire: Hamas official
Media in Gaza report Israeli troops have staged incursions as a Hamas official says a ceasefire is needed before hostages can be released.
Paramilitary RSF lay claim to Sudan’s second city
The paramilitary group battling with the army for control over Sudan say they have captured the country's second largest city - Nyala.
Warning for Australians in Lebanon amid conflict
The government has again warned Australians about the volatile security situation in Lebanon as Israel's war on Hamas threatens to spread across the region.
Claim Israel is following international law a ‘joke’
Israel's ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon says his nation is complying with international law as it fights the "depraved monsters" behind the Hamas attack.
One killed, 16 hurt in bomb, drone attacks in Ukraine
A Ukrainian civilian has been killed in a bomb attack in the Kherson area, and elsewhere 16 people were hurt by falling drone debris, Ukraine authorities say.
Israel bombs Gaza, Putin warns conflict could spread
Israeli ground forces have made a big incursion into Gaza, before withdrawing, as Russia's Vladimir Putin warns conflict could spread beyond the Middle East.
Self defence not measured by Gaza deaths: Israel envoy
Israel's ambassador to Australia says his nation is complying with international law as the Palestinian death toll rises from retaliatory strikes in Gaza.
Surprise Hamas attack shows need for ADF reform: brass
Australia's defence department boss has pointed to Hamas' surprise attack against Israel as evidence of the need for urgent military reform at home.
Leaders call for pause in Gaza fighting to let aid in
World leaders are appealing for a humanitarian pause or ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war to allow safe deliveries of aid to civilians in the Gaza Strip.
Australians exit war zone ahead of PM talks with Biden
Jordan has helped four Australians and a permanent resident cross the Palestinian border, as concerns grow about a humanitarian disaster.
Human tragedy in Israel-Gaza deeply distressing: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reflected on 'disturbing rhetoric' about Israel and Gaza as Australia backs a global statement on the conflict.
Israel ramps up Gaza strikes, US urges ‘continuous’ aid
Israel's military says it hit more than 400 militant targets in Gaza and killed dozens of Hamas fighters, including three deputy battalion commanders.
Israel pounds Gaza as soldiers skirmish with Hamas
Israeli ground forces have mounted limited raids into the Gaza Strip while aircraft have struck southern Lebanon.
Ukraine repels drone strike, Odesa warehouse damaged
Ukrainian air defences have brought down more than a dozen drones and stopped a cruise missile in the latest Russian attack, officials say.
Ukraine repels new eastern Russian onslaught: Zelenskiy
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says the town of Avdiivka is being held by Ukraine after soldiers there staved off a Russian onslaught.
Israeli strikes hammer Gaza after Hamas frees hostages
The bombardment of Gaza continues after Hamas released two hostages, with Israel's prime minister vowing to "fight until victory".
US boosts Mideast defence, Israel hits Gaza and beyond
Israeli has struck Syria's airports and continues to pound Gaza as the US bolsters defence of its troops in the Middle East as fears rise of wider conflict.
Six killed in missile attack on Kharkiv postal centre
Six postal workers have been killed after a missile hit a distribution centre in north-eastern Ukraine.
Israeli air strikes pound Gaza as ground invasion looms
A district of northern Gaza has been levelled as Israeli continues pounding the Palestinian enclave, with troops told to expect an order to invade soon.
Melbourne grandmother stuck in Gaza, husband slams DFAT
The husband of a Melbourne woman trapped in Gaza has accused the federal government of being too slow in its repatriation efforts and sending mixed messages.
Biden asks Americans for billions more dollars for wars
US President Joe Biden has declared it is "vital for America's national security" for Israel and Ukraine to succeed in their wars.
‘No place for hate’: PM’s message to faith groups
Anthony Albanese is calling for Australia to remain united in the face of violence in Israel and Gaza, sending a message to Jewish and Muslim community members.
Russia downs Ukraine missile over Crimea: governor
Russia's Black Sea fleet has repelled a missile attack, the governor of Sevastopol says.
British PM visits Israel as Gaza bombardment continues
Israel has continued its punishing bombardment of Gaza as the British prime minister visited Tel Aviv in a show of solidarity.