‘No more Mr Nice Guy’: Trump signals prolonged blockade
President Donald Trump says the United States will continue its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz until a nuclear deal is reached with Iran.
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Trump urges Iran to ‘get smart’ and sign a deal
Days of impasse over efforts to end the Iran war have spurred US President Donald Trump to make fresh demands on Tehran or face an extended blockade.
Ukraine hits refinery, Putin says attacks intensifying
President Vladimir Putin has complained about a growing number of Ukrainian attacks on civilian sites in Russia, pointing to strikes on oil facilities.
Five killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza Strip: medics
Violence in Gaza has continued despite a ceasefire with five Palestinians killed following Israeli air strikes.
Iran in ‘state of collapse’, want strait opened: Trump
President Donald Trump says Iran has informed the US they are in a "state of collapse" and they want Washington to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump unhappy with Iran’s latest proposal to end war
The Iran war is no closer to being resolved, with Tehran's proposal of leaving nuclear talks until later not going down well with US President Donald Trump.
Trump unhappy with latest Iranian proposal to end war
Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war stalled again with US President Donald Trump unhappy about the latest proposal from Tehran.
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Iran envoy goes to Russia, Trump says ‘call us’ to talk
Iran's foreign minister has flown to Moscow to seek Russian support, while Donald Trump says Tehran can phone the US if it wants to discuss ending the war.
Mali’s defence minister killed in major weekend assault
Mali's defence minister has been confirmed killed in an attack on his home during a wave of insurgent strikes across the nation.
Strikes kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary
At least 16 people have been killed by strikes in Ukraine and Russia on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
Mali army bases hit in large-scale militant attacks
Mali's army says several hundred assailants have been killed after militants launched co-ordinated attacks in the capital and other cities.
Russian forces pound Ukraine’s Dnipro, killing 10
The latest Russian attack on Ukraine's Dnipro region has killed at least 10 people and injured dozens more.
Right-wing activists ejected for Anzac ceremony heckles
The booing of Indigenous-led ceremonies on Anzac Day has been widely condemned, but the opposition leader says the acknowledgements of Country are overused.
Iran critical of US after Trump cancels envoys’ trip
Iran has criticised the US after President Donald Trump cancelled plans for his special envoys to visit Pakistan for peace talks.
Major Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least seven
Russian has pummelled Ukraine with more than 600 drones and missile in a almost attacks that killed seven people and wounded dozens more.
US envoys go to Pakistan, but Iran says no direct talks
President Donald Trump is sending his special negotiators to Pakistan to revive ceasefire talks with Iran, but Tehran's officials don't intend to meet them.
Aussie families attempt repatriation from Syrian camp
A group of Australian women and children have left a Syrian refugee camp in a bid to return home.
‘It’s bigger than me’: Roberts‑Smith at Dawn Service
Accused war criminal and Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has joined thousands to mark Anzac Day at the Currumbin Dawn Service.
Israeli fire kills 12 across Gaza, medics say
At least 12 people have been killed and several others injured in Israeli strikes targeting multiple areas across Gaza.
From gowns to gallop, WWI sisters who defied the rules
Two young women who travelled half a world away more than 100 years ago to fight for King and country are inspiring a new generation this Anzac Day.
Ukraine and Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each
Russian and Ukrainian officials say the two sides have exchanged 193 prisoners of war each.
Veterans remembered as boos and heckling condemned
Boos and heckling during acknowledgment of Country addresses at Anzac Day dawn services have been condemned by politicians and the RSL as a disgrace.
Iran foreign minister heads to Pakistan for more talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says he is visiting Islamabad to meet Pakistani representatives who have been mediating in talks with the US.
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Extra diesel shipments prioritised for regional areas
Two additional cargo ships of diesel will come into Australia, bringing in 100 million litres of supply after deals struck with two major fuel companies.
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Longer truce in Lebanon as Trump seeks ‘best’ Iran deal
Washington has helped broker an extended ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah but President Donald Trump says he won't be rushed into making a deal with Iran.
EU approves a massive loan package to help Ukraine
War-ravaged Ukraine will receive a multibillion-dollar support package, as the European Union finally approves a loan after Hungary lifted its veto.
Ben Roberts-Smith ‘never planned’ to flee overseas
Ben Roberts-Smith's partner says while they took steps towards a new life overseas before his arrest, the war veteran always wanted to return if he was charged.
Iran firms grip on Hormuz after US calls off attacks
Iran has fired on three ships and seized two of them as it denies agreeing to President Donald Trump's ceasefire extension and slams a continued US blockade.
Australia has more fuel in tank than before Iran war
As the repercussions of the US-led war on Iran continue and a crucial oil corridor remains effectively closed, Australia has topped up its fuel supply.
Russian oil pipeline reopening unblocks EU loan
The EU officials approved the massive loan to Ukraine shortly after a pipeline bringing Russian oil to Hungary was reopened.
EU envoys meet in hopes of approving loan to Ukraine
European Union officials are optimistic of to authorise a massive, long-delayed loan to support Ukraine's military and financial needs for the next two years.