Israel says Lebanon raids target Hezbollah strongholds
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localised" operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, carrying out targeted ground raids.
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Sudan army denies it bombed UAE ambassador’s residence
The United Arab Emirates claims the Sudan army is responsible for bombing the resident of its ambassador.
Community tensions boil after Hezbollah flag display
The flaunting of Hezbollah flags and pictures of the terror group's slain leader at a protest has inflamed community tensions following mass protests.
Ukraine army attacks nuclear plant substation: Russia
Authorities at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station have accused Ukrainian forces of attacking an electricity substation.
Hezbollah ready for any Israeli land invasion: deputy
Hezbollah will fight any Israeli ground invasion of Lebanon, its deputy has vowed in his first address since much of the group's top commanders were wiped out.
Ukrainian drone attack sparks fires across Russia
Ukrainian drones have caused a wildfire and set a unit block alight in one of the largest drone barrages seen over Russian skies since Moscow's invasion began.
Russian attack kills judge, others in Kharkiv: Ukraine
A judge of the Supreme Court of Ukraine has been killed in a Russian drone attack, local officials say.
Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally
Attendees at an inner-city pro-Palestine rally have waved Hezbollah flags, prompting the a referral to the federal police.
Israel pounds Lebanon after killing Hezbollah’s leader
Israel has hammered Hezbollah with more air strikes in Lebanon after killing leader Hassan Nasrallah and a number of other top commanders.
China, Brazil push Ukraine plan despite Zelenskiy’s ire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the international community should support an international peace conference involving both Russia and Ukraine.
Houthis say they attacked three US warships in Red Sea
A spokesman for the Houthi rebels says the Yemeni group's operations will not halt until Israel's offensives in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon stop.
Palestinian recognition the ‘momentum towards peace’
Australia's foreign minister has called for a clear timeline for the declaration of a Palestinian state help to quell conflict.
Hezbollah confirms leader killed in Israeli air strike
Hezbollah has confirmed its leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has been killed as Israel launches a fresh wave of air strikes on Beirut and Lebanon's Bekaa Valley.
Israel says it has hit Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut
The Israeli military says it has struck the central headquarters of Hezbollah in the Lebanese capital Beirut.
PM urges Israel to hear the world’s calls for ceasefire
Australia, the US and other western countries have called for a ceasefire on the Israel-Lebanon border, but the bombing has continued.
Trump to meet Zelenskiy after Harris pledges support
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the first time since his term as US leader ended in 2021.
Sudan army open to peace if it ends RSF ‘occupation’
Sudan's army has launched a push to regain ground in the capital Khartoum as General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan addressed the United Nations.
Russian drones attack Ukraine energy sector: officials
Russian officials say forces have attacked Ukrainian facilities supplying electricity to the weapon industry as local authorities say a woman was killed.
Israel to continue Lebanon ceasefire talks: Netanyahu
Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange heavy fire as major powers press for a ceasefire in an escalation that has claimed hundreds of lives.
Palestinian President Abbas urges UN to stop Gaza war
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has told the United Nations that the "madness" in the Gaza Strip cannot continue.
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Australia backs Israel-Lebanon 21-day ceasefire plan
Australia has called on Israel and Lebanon to endorse a temporary ceasefire to allow a lasting peace to be negotiated as rocket attacks kill hundreds.
Biden announces billions to help Ukraine ‘win this war’
A major new US commitment includes a precision medium-range missile among billions of dollars in assistance to help Ukraine "win this war".
Further strikes as Israel dashes Lebanon ceasefire hope
The US, France and several allies have called for an immediate three-week ceasefire across the Israel-Lebanon border following intense discussions at the UN.
Israel says ground assault on Lebanon is possible
The Israeli military says it is calling up two additional reserve brigades to the northern border with Lebanon to carry out operational activities.
Lebanon ‘can’t become Gaza’ as Australians told to exit
Australians in Lebanon have been told to leave immediately as Foreign Minister Penny Wong urges Israel and Hezbollah to stop a destructive cycle of attacks.
Zelenskiy tells UN Russia must be forced into peace
Valdimir Putin has "broken so many international norms and rules that he won't stop on his own," Ukraine's president has told the UN Security Council.
Israel widens strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon
Israeli warplanes continue bombarding positions in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah claims it targeted the headquarters of spy agency Mossad in Tel Aviv.
Israel, Hezbollah up ante after deadly day in Lebanon
Fears of wider conflict in the Middle East are growing as Israel and Hezbollah renew their attacks after the deadliest day in Lebanon in decades.
Decisive US action could end war next year: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy has told a US TV network: "We are closer to the end of the war."
We can’t evacuate everyone, Australians in Lebanon told
Australians in Lebanon have been warned of dire consequences if they don't leave as the foreign minister says it's impossible to evacuate everyone.
Zelenskiy wants Democrats to win, Trump tells rally
Former president Donald Trump claims Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants the Democrats to win the US election "so badly".