Israel deports two detained over Gaza-bound flotilla
Israel has deported two activists detained under suspicion of having links to a terrorist organisation, after their Gaza Strip-bound flotilla was intercepted.
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Australian Jews detail ‘unfair’ backlash linked to Gaza
The chance to share their experiences of bullying, harassment and fear in the face of anti-Semitism has been years in the making for many Jewish Australians.
More clashes as US-Iran talks appear to stall
Iran says it is still weighing its response to the US peace proposal, but none was reported by mid-afternoon in Washington, just before midnight in Tehran.
Trump hopes for extension to Ukraine-Russia ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, and President Donald Trump would like to see "a big extension".
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating truce
Ukraine has targeted Moscow with drones during a short ceasefire, Russia says, while Kyiv accuses Russia of breaking its own truce by striking Ukraine.
Israel kills son of top Hamas peace talks negotiator
Hamas' exiled Gazan chief Khalil al-Hayya has lost his fourth son in the latest round of attacks by Israel in the Gaza Strip.
Pope and Rubio commit to stronger ties, Vatican says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pope Leo XIV have discussed "topics of mutual interest in the Western Hemisphere," a US readout of the talks says.
First ‘ISIS bride’ fails in court bid for freedom
One of the so-called "ISIS brides" who arrived from the Middle East has been denied bail on terrorism charges while two more wait to know their fate.
Trump insists truce still holds after US-Iran flare-up
President Donald Trump has played down an exchange of fire between Iran and the US, while Tehran accuses the US of breaching their ceasefire.
Ukraine hits Russian warship as negotiator visits US
Ukraine's army says it has struck a Russian warship in the Caspian Sea as its negotiator Rustem Umerov visited the United States for talks.
Ukraine drone attack after Russia shunned truce offer
Russia has reported a massive wave of Ukrainian drone attacks amid uncertainty over the warring neighbours' rival ceasefires.
‘Forgotten dreams’: Aussie artist dazzles at Venice
After much fanfare and controversy, crowds are marvelling at Khaled Sabsabi's work in Venice as he brings western Sydney's diversity to life on a world stage.
Zelenskiy accuses Russia of spurning proposed ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia has responded to a proposed ceasefire proposal only with "new strikes and new attacks"
Israeli strike kills Gaza Strip police colonel: medics
Medics in the Gaza Strip say an Israeli air strike has killed a senior police officer in the Hamas-run interior ministry.
Trump sees swift end to war as Iran reviews US proposal
US President Donald Trump says he's confident that the war in Iran will be over quickly.
Russia snubs Ukraine’s truce, firing dozens of drones
Ukraine is accusing Russia of violating a short ceasefire initiated by Kyiv, while Moscow claims Ukraine hasn't abided by its own truce.
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US and Iran closing in on memorandum to end war
Pakistani mediators believe they're getting close to an agreement between the US with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the Middle East war.
Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump says the US initiative to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is being paused to see if an agreement with Iran can be finalised.
Israeli court extends two flotilla activists’ detention
An Israeli court has extended the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla activists Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila for another six days.
Russian attacks kill 27 as Ukraine truce proposal nears
Ukrainian officials say they are prepared to indefinitely extend a ceasefire due to go into effect at midnight despite deadly attacks from Russian forces.
US says Iran ceasefire holding despite exchange of fire
A ceasefire between the United States and Iran remains in place, US defence chief Pete Hegseth says amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Zelenskiy slams Russian truce offer plus deadly attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has rebuked Russia for its "utter cynicism" in launching deadly attacks after announcing a brief truce.
Truce in doubt as US, Iran fight for control of strait
The US is trying to force open the Strait of Hormuz while the UAE has come under attack by Iran in a test of a ceasefire with no sign of a peace deal.
Putin, Zelenskiy proclaim rival two-day ceasefires
Russia's defence ministry has threatened a massive attack on Kyiv if Ukrainian forces don't comply with a two-day ceasefire to mark its World War II victory.
Anti-Semitism ‘interlaced’ with actions of Israel
While most Jewish Australians hold a strong attachment to the state of Israel, opinions on the government and its policies vary greatly, an inquiry has heard.
Fresh attacks as US and Iran wrestle over Gulf waters
Iran has attacked a UAE oil port while US forces say they have destroyed six Iranian military boats as the nations fight for control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukraine police raid draft officers over suspected graft
Ukrainian police say they have filed more than 150 charges against draft officials suspected of corruption-related offences.
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Holocaust survivor now fears being Jewish in Australia
A holocaust survivor and businessman has told an anti-Semitism inquiry he was not prepared for the way Australia changed after the October 7 attacks on Israel.
UK to enter talks to join the EU’s massive Ukraine loan
Keir Starmer is set to tell a European summit that Britain wants to work with the EU to help Ukraine get vital military equipment.
Iran says US warships blocked in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's navy says it has prevented the entry of enemy warships into the Strait of Hormuz by issuing a "swift and decisive warning", according to state TV.
Israel warns residents in southern Lebanon to evacuate
People in nearly a dozen towns and villages in Lebanon's south have been warned to evacuate as Israel conducts operations against Hezbollah.