Ukraine foreign minister visits China for peace talks
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has arrived in China to discuss ways to achieve peace in Ukraine with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.
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Russia welcomes new Zelenskiy stance on talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he is open to talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in comments welcomed by the Kremlin.
Deal could be near for hostages in Gaza: Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Israeli families of hostages held in Gaza that a deal that would secure their loved ones' release could be close.
Canadian killed after threatening Israeli troops
A Canadian man who tried to attack Israeli soldiers with a knife near the Gaza border has been killed, Israel's military says.
Bangladesh protests pause after court scraps job quotas
There were no reports of violence or protests in Bangladesh with a curfew still in place a day after a court dismissed most quotas for government jobs.
Russian oil refinery damaged in Ukraine drone attack
Debris from a drone shot down by Russian defences has sparked a fire at a Black Sea oil refinery, officials say.
Evacuation order for part of Gaza humanitarian zone
The Israeli military is planning a raid against Hamas militants who they say are embedded in a section of a Gaza humanitarian zone.
Israel kills dozens as it steps up Gaza bombardment
At least 30 people have been killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza while tanks advanced against Hamas militants in the south as ceasefire talks continue.
Bangladesh court scraps most quotas after deadly unrest
A curfew has been extended in Bangladesh after at least 114 people were killed during student-led protests.
Israel says it intercepts Houthi missile, six killed
The Israeli military says its Arrow 3 missile defence system has shot down a missile launched from Yemen on Sunday.
Bangladesh imposes curfew to curb deadly protests
At least 114 people were killed this week during student-led protests in Bangladesh.
UN court says Israel’s Palestinian settlements illegal
The International Court of Justice has ruled that Israel's presence in Palestinian occupied territories is "unlawful" and should stop immediately.
Three die in fresh Bangladesh student protests
Phones have been disrupted and TV channels taken off the air in Bangladesh as violent protests over government quotas left another three people dead.
Australia urged to prepare for second Trump presidency
Preparing for a second Trump administration is a good idea for Australia regardless of who might win the US election, an expert says.
Bangladesh TV news off air as student protests spike
At least 32 people have died in clashes between Bangladesh police and students protesting government jobs for those who fought in the 1971 war of independence.
UK’s Starmer wants more cooperation on Ukraine, Europe
UK hosting the European Political Community conference shows hope for friendlier ties with the EU, post Brexit.
Ukraine pulls out of eastern village, Russia ramps up
Ukraine's army has surrendered another front-line position as Russian forces continue to ramp up attacks.
Israel bombards central Gaza, fighting rages in Rafah
Israel's shelling of central Gaza has continued with a deadly strike on a camp area, while its forces have engaged in fierce battles with Hamas in Rafah.
US to boost Sudan humanitarian aid by $A300m
The top of humanitarian aid for Sudan has brought total contributions from the US to over $A1 billion.
Israeli minister’s holy site visit threatens Gaza talks
Ultranationalist Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has visited a contested Jerusalem holy site, which could disrupt talks aimed at reaching a ceasefire in Gaza.
Russia and Ukraine exchange 190 prisoners of war
Ukraine and Russia have swapped a total of 190 prisoners of war, with 95 being released by each side, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Russia, Ukraine expected to exchange prisoners of war
Russia and Ukraine are expected to release more prisoners of war, exchanging 90 detainees in an agreement brokered by the UAE.
Israel pounds central Gaza, sends tanks north of Rafah
Israeli strikes have killed at least nine people in central Gaza and tanks launched a raid in the south, while negotiations to end the war appear to be on hold.
Kenyan police break up demos urging president to resign
Protesters have taken to the streets in several Kenyan cities to demand the resignation of the country's president.
Israeli drone strike kills Syrian businessman
An Israeli drone strike near the Lebanon-Syria border has killed a Syrian businessman with close ties to President Bashar Assad.
Zelenskiy seeks another Ukraine summit in November
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is calling for a second international summit in November to advance his blueprint for peace.
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50
Israel's military has struck dozens of sites across Gaza, with Palestinian officials saying at least 50 people were killed in central and southern areas.
Israeli air strike on UN school in Gaza kills 13
At least 13 people were killed and more than 70 were injured in an Israeli air strike on a United Nations-run school in a refugee camp in the Gaza Strip.
Ninety dead in Israeli strike targeting Hamas army head
Israel says it has targeted Hamas' shadowy military commander in a massive strike in southern Gaza that local health officials say killed at least 90 people
Dozens die in Israeli strike targeting Hamas army chief
The head of Hamas' military wing has been targeted in a massive Israeli strike that Gaza's health ministry says killed over 70 people and injured hundreds more.
Biden campaign draws energy from Detroit rally
Joe Biden has moved to shift US political critique back to the record and intentions of his presidential rival Donald Trump.