Modi tells Putin that India wants peace in Ukraine
While praising their "strong friendship" with Russia on the eve of the BRICS summit, India has made it clear it wants to see an end to the war in Ukraine.
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Mystery of downed airplane in Sudan deepens
A Russian passport and an ID linked to a UAE-based company were found among the wreckage of a mystery plane that was downed above Darfur in Sudan.
Russia hits Kyiv with drone attacks for second night
Two civilians have been killed and 15 injured in a separate ballistic missile attack on Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine.
Washington makes last Mideast peace bid before election
The US is making its first push for Middle East peace since the leader of Hamas was killed by Israel, a development Washington hopes can usher ceasefire talks.
Claims a cargo jet shot down in Sudan’s Darfur region
Russia says it is investigating claims a cargo jet has been shot down by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Darfur.
Russian drones pound Kyiv for second night in a row
Residential buildings have been damaged and at least one civilian injured in a second night of Russian drone attacks, Kyiv says.
US envoy in ceasefire talks, Israel targets shadow bank
Israel has targeted branches of an alternative banking system run by Hezbollah in Lebanon, which it says the group uses to finance its operations.
Ukraine ‘victory plan’ receives mixed European reaction
After returning from making his case to the European Council, Volodymyr Zelenskiy expects the US to provide feedback on his "victory plan" against Russia.
G7 reassures Ukraine on NATO bid
Defence ministers from G7 countries have backed Ukraine's bid for NATO membership during talks in Italy.
Video purports to show North Korean soldiers in Russia
Video has emerged that reportedly shows dozens of North Korean recruits lining up to collect Russian military fatigues and gear, Ukraine officials say.
Israel strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern Gaza
Israeli bombardments in Gaza have killed at least 73 people and a siege around three hospitals has tightened.
N.Korean troops in Russia ‘ready for combat in Ukraine’
South Korea's spy agency says 1500 North Korean troops have been shipped to Russia and are expected to be deployed for combat in Ukraine.
Trump says would impose tariffs if China invades Taiwan
Donald Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if were to "go into Taiwan", and US military intervention would not be needed there under his leadership.
Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners of war
Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned to their respective nations in a swap deal mediated by the United Arab Emirates.
Peace call after Hamas leader’s death, ceasefire doubts
The prime minister and foreign minister have used the death of Hamas' leader to reiterate calls for the war in Gaza to end but experts say this is unlikely.
Drone strike launched at Israeli prime minister’s house
A drone has been launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesarea.
Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen
American B-2 stealth bomber strikes on underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen received support from Australia.
Death of Hamas boss ‘can be turning point in conflict’
Australian politicians have called for urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to the war in the middle east after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
Zelenskiy says North Korean officers already in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused North Korean troops of preparing to fight alongside Russian forces in his country.
Israeli forces kill Hamas leader in Gaza gun battle
Western leaders say the Hamas chief's death offers an opportunity to end the conflict but Israel insists it will keep fighting until all hostages are returned.
Israeli army ‘checking’ if Hamas leader Sinwar killed
The Israeli military says it is "checking" the possibility that it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar after an operation in the Gaza Strip.
NATO chief reacts cautiously to Ukraine ‘victory plan’
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has reacted cautiously to Ukraine's desire for a quick invitation to join the military alliance as part of a "victory plan".
Iran warns Israel against payback for missile barrage
An Iranian commander has warned Israel against retaliation for its October 1 missile barrage while fears have grown of a wider Middle East conflict.
‘Victory plan’ unveiled in precarious times for Ukraine
Ukraine and its allies must "change the circumstances" to end the war with Russia, says President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as he unveiled a "victory plan".
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Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.
Israel strikes Beirut and major southern Lebanese town
The United States says it opposes the scope of Israeli attacks on Lebanese capital Beirut amid a rising death toll and fears of wider escalation.
Hezbollah says Israel to face pain but also urges truce
Hezbollah's deputy leader say the Lebanese militia is open to a ceasefire with Israel but also warned the country it faces pain.
Australia ‘appalled’ at Gaza deaths, aid blockade
Australia IS "appalled by the unacceptable deaths of innocent civilians" following Israel's operations in Gaza, as food shortages spark outrage.
Israel strikes Lebanon town, UN concern on peacekeepers
An Israeli strike on a northern Lebanese town has killed at least 21 people as the UN expresses strong concern over its peacekeeping force coming under fire.
Zelenskiy says Ukraine ‘stands firm’ in Kursk region
Ukrainian troops are holding strong and counterattacking in Russia's Kursk region, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Four soldiers killed in drone strike on Israel base
Israel's military says a drone attack carried out by Hezbollah on an army base in northern Israel has killed four soldiers and severely injured seven others.