Zelenskiy drums up war plan support in London, Paris
Volodymyr Zelenskiy presented his "victory plan" to Keir Starmer as pressure mounts on the UK to give Ukraine permission to use Storm Shadow missiles in Russia.
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Zelenskiy brings ‘victory plan’ to UK and NATO leaders
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is in London for talks with the leaders of the UK and NTO as he seeks greater support for the fight against Russia.
‘Enough blood has been spilled’: concern over Gaza toll
A senior Australian minister has questioned whether Israel is complying with international law in its bombing of schools and hospitals in Gaza.
Zelenskiy eyes ending war in Ukraine by 2025
Ukraine's leader is rallying support for the country's war effort among south eastern European nations.
Hezbollah ‘Golan Heights’ member eliminated: Israel
Israel's military has reportedly hit targets in Syria and killed a member of Hezbollah's "Golan Terrorist Network" as it ramps up its war against the group.
Hungary’s PM says Ukraine cannot win on the battlefield
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban believes Ukraine's war effort is doomed while NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says it will face its toughest winter yet.
Blinken to discuss Myanmar at ASEAN talks
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to warn Southeast Asian leaders that premature elections in Myanmar could exacerbate violence.
Premier faces outcry after flagging limits on protests
Muslim faith leaders and the union movement have spoken against the idea of limiting recurring protests that stretch police resources floated by a premier.
PM maintains Lebanon ceasefire call as US backs Israel
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stood by his call for a ceasefire in Lebanon after a senior US official expressed support for a limited Israeli incursion.
Hezbollah targets Israeli troops on Lebanese border
Israel says it's killed two successors to Hezbollah's slain leader as it ups its offensive in southern Lebanon, where the group claims it pushed troops back.
Rights concern as premier flags end to endless protests
The drain on police resources from pro-Palestine rallies has been declared unacceptable but rights defenders are warning against any attempt to curb protests.
Hezbollah has ‘moved beyond’ Israel’s painful blows
Israel has expanded its operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the militant group's deputy vows it won't be the first to yield in the conflict.
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House divided: leaders spar over Israel-Gaza motion
As Australians continue to flee escalating violence in the Middle East, a potential moment of unity between the nation's leaders has been rejected.
Israel marks Oct 7 anniversary under shadow of war
Israelis are holding vigils and sombre ceremonies to mark a year since Hamas's October 7 attacks that sparked a war in Gaza and traumatised Israelis.
Vigils and rally mourn ‘year of death and destruction’
Hundreds of people have attended a rally at a Sydney mosque while others gathered at vigils across several cities to mourn lives lost in Gaza and Lebanon.
Russia targets Kyiv, Odesa in latest drone attack
Warehouses and cargo trucks have been damaged in Odesa during a drone attack, which kept much of Ukraine under air-raid alert for several hours.
Hezbollah strikes Israel on Gaza war anniversary
Hezbollah has fired rockets at the Israeli city of Haifa while Beirut has been hit with more strikes as mourners mark the October 7 attack and ensuing Gaza war.
‘Lucky’ Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home
Australians have touched down at home after fleeing Israel's escalating bombardment and invasion of Lebanon.
Iran summons Aust ambassador over ‘biased stance’
Australia's envoy to Iran has been summoned to explain protests against Iran's attacks in Israel.
Strikes shake Beirut as Israel expands Lebanon campaign
Heavy strikes have shaken southern Beirut as Israel says it has made "targeted strikes" on Hezbollah storage facilities and terrorist infrastructure.
‘We did not ask for this war’: Jewish community gathers
The October 7 Hamas attack marked the beginning of a painful chapter for Israel, members of the Jewish community have been told at a solemn candlelight vigil.
Zelenskiy to present Ukraine victory plan to NATO
Ukraine's strategy for victory in the war with Russia will be presented to its NATO allies at a US air base in Germany, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Ukraine car bomb kills Russia-held nuclear plant worker
A car bomb has killed a security employee from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe, in Ukraine.
Australians evacuate Lebanon on flight to Cyrus
The first chartered flight of Australians fleeing war-torn Lebanon has landed in Cyprus, with passengers set to head to Sydney soon.
Israeli strike hits north Lebanon as raids pound Beirut
A Hamas official has been killed in Israel's first strike on northern Lebanon as its forces continue to bombard Beirut and push into the country's south.
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Mercy flights to rescue Australians stranded in Lebanon
Australians in Lebanon will be transported by two mercy Qantas flights from Cyprus to Sydney as tensions in the region remain ongoing.
Russia ‘intercepts Ukraine drone’ near nuclear plant
Ukrainian forces have denied using a drone to attack an area inside Russia near the Kursk nuclear power plant.
Anniversary protests to ‘set back’ Gaza cause, PM says
As the Israeli community prepares to commemorate a day of deaths not seen since the Holocaust, political leaders are discouraging planned pro-Palestine vigils.
Iran and allies won’t back down from Israel: Khamenei
Iran's attacks on Israel were "completely legal and legitimate", Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei says, as Israeli forces press on with their offensive in Lebanon.
Mark Rutte visits Ukraine in first trip as NATO chief
New NATO boss Mark Rutte has made his first official visit to Kyiv, meeting President Zelenskiy and reiterating the alliance's unwavering support for Ukraine.
Israel calls for evacuations from southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has bombed central Beirut and ordered the evacuation of towns in southern Lebanon as it continues its incursion against Hezbollah.