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.
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Sudan’s paramilitary RSF gain, seek to cement control
Eyewitnesses say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces is attempting to move southward towards Sudan's Gezira state, a key agricultural area.
Egypt to reopen Gaza crossing for aid convoy, US says
The president of Egypt has agreed to reopen its crossing to the Gaza Strip, the US says as a humanitarian crisis worsens in the Palestinian enclave.
Travellers advised to avoid Lebanon as violence spreads
The federal government has updated its travel advice for Lebanon, telling Australians not to travel to the country as tensions in the Middle East escalate.
No landmark shows for Palestine despite solidarity call
Governments have come under fire for inconsistency in their response to the conflict in the Middle East after public displays of solidarity with Israel.
Jewish leaders call for unity on Hamas hostage release
Jewish leaders are urging the Australian government to continue to advocate for the release of hundreds of people being held hostage in Gaza.
Ukraine claims gains against Russian forces in south
The Ukrainian parliament has given initial approval to a law that would ban the Ukrainian Orthodox Church while the country's army claims gains in the south.
Israeli troops will soon see Gaza from inside: minister
Israel's defence minister has told soldiers they will soon see Gaza from the inside and "the command will come".
Gaza blast underlines the need to protect civilians: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is calling for the protection of civilians in Gaza following a hospital blast that killed hundreds of people.
WHO says it needs urgent access to Gaza to deliver aid
The World Health Organisation is seeking to gain access to Gaza to deliver aid and medical supplies after Israeli air strikes killed and injured thousands.
Biden meets Israeli PM amid Gaza hospital blast outrage
US President Joe Biden has met with Israel's prime minister but was snubbed by Arab leaders who called off a summit following a huge blast at a Gaza hospital.
Australians return home from Middle East
Australians who have left Israel have been reunited with family members at Sydney airport in emotional scenes.
Ukraine uses long-range missiles against Russian forces
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says US-provided long-range Army Tacticle Missile System missiles have been used for the first time.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.
Biden to visit Israel on Wednesday, Blinken confirms
US President Joe Biden will hold talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel.
Biden to visit Israel amid humanitarian crisis in Gaza
President Joe Biden's visit to Israel will mark a significant show of US support for its top Middle East ally as it prepares the next stage of its offensive.
More evacuated Australians arrive home from Middle East
More than 200 Australians evacuated from Israel have arrived home, as the government looks to secure safe passage for those stuck in Gaza.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy marks 600th day of Russian invasion
Russia's defence minister stated in a report marking 600 days since the start of the war that Ukrainian forces suffered a loss of 1500 armoured vehicles.
Police on high alert to anti-Semitism as man charged
Security is being bolstered around synagogues and Jewish schools as tensions rise at rallies and vigils sparked by conflict in the Middle East.
No let up in Gaza siege until hostages freed: Israel
The Red Cross says fuel for hospital generators could run out in hours as Gazans made homeless by Israeli bombings shelter in schools.
Tension over Middle East fuels fears of local violence
The possibility of opportunistic violence has sparked a warning by Australia's security intelligence boss ahead of protests over clashes in Israel and Gaza.
Australians march for Palestine as tensions mount
Australians have gathered in support of Palestine as authorities in NSW defend the decision to use "extraordinary powers" for more planned protests.
Flights set to rescue Australians from war-torn Israel
The situation for Australians trapped in Gaza is worsening as hundreds of citizens prepare to board repatriation flights out of Israel.
Civilians told to leave Gaza as Israeli operation looms
Israel's military has told civilians of Gaza City to evacuate "for your own safety" and distance themselves from Hamas as a "significant operation" looms.
Fierce fighting rages around Avdiivka in Ukraine’s east
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukrainian forces are holding their ground on the third day of battle for the eastern town of Avdiivka.
Civilians flee Gaza City as Israel masses tanks, troops
Israel's 24-hour deadline for Gaza City residents to flee has passed, as Palestinians say aircraft have bombed parts of south and central Gaza overnight.
Zelenskiy, Dutch PM agree to boost Ukraine air defence
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy the Netherlands will provide Ukraine with patrol ships.
Australia cancels humanitarian flights from Israel
Australia has cancelled planned repatriation flights out of Israel, citing the "highly challenging and rapidly changing" environment.
Pro-Palestine rallies to be staged around Australia
Several marches for Palestine are planned around Australia, with NSW authorities flagging the use of "extraordinary powers".
Police ready for pro-Palestine rallies around Australia
More than 100 police have descended on Sydney's Hyde Park ahead of rallies for Palestine across Australia.
Police monitor pro-Palestine rallies around Australia
Security is tight with more than 100 police on duty at Sydney's Hyde Park as rallies calling for an end to the Gaza blockade get under way across Australia.