Russia mocks Biden’s verbal slip over Putin’s name
US President Joe Biden's embarrassing gaffe where he introduced Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as "President Putin" has sparked derision from Moscow.
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Dozens of bodies found as Israel scales back in Gaza
Residents of Gaza City are still being advised not to return to their homes, even though Israeli tanks have started to withdraw.
Israeli forces pull back after Gaza City offensive
Dozens of bodies and destroyed homes remain after the Israeli military withdrew from parts of Gaza City after a fierce, week-long offensive against militants.
Ukraine urges NATO to lift curbs on targeting Russia
Ukraine's top presidential aide has called for an end to restrictions imposed on the use of allied-supplied weapons against targets deep inside Russia.
Australia munitions aid ‘won’t be the last’ for Ukraine
Air defence and other munitions won't be the last support Australia pledges to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, the government says.
ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage
Federal cabinet minister Jason Clare has condemned the bombing of schools in Gaza, as Australian Muslims continue to warn they feel disenfranchised by Labor.
Bodies trapped in Gaza City as mediators push for truce
Israel's new assault on Gaza City has left residents trapped and bodies lying in the streets, with Hamas warning the offensive could derail peace talks.
Zelenskiy hopes allies will give Ukraine more F-16s
The transfer of fighter jets from the Netherlands and Denmark to Ukraine is ongoing, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
Israel presses Gaza assault hours after deadly strike
Israel has continued an offensive across the Gaza Strip that's included an air strike on a camp that Palestinian officials say killed dozens of people
Israeli strike hits tents of displaced families: Hamas
Hamas representatives say 29 people have been killed in an Israeli strike that hit tents housing displaced families in the town of Abassan east of Khan Younis.
Ukraine will stop Putin, forceful Biden tells NATO
The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.
Russia chairs UN meeting on hospital strike in Ukraine
Members of the United Nations Security Council members have decried a missile attack on a children's hospital in Ukraine in a meeting chaired by Russia.
Ukraine mourns dozens killed in Russian air attack
A deadly strike on a Ukrainian children's hospital was likely a direct hit from a Russian missile, the UN says, as the country mourns and donations pour in.
Israel steps up offensive in Gaza amid ceasefire bid
Israeli forces are pushing deeper into Gaza City in pursuit of militants despite Hamas' warnings the offensive could derail ceasefire negotiations.
Australia urged to use frozen Russian funds on hospital
Australia's Ukrainian diaspora has condemned a deadly attack on a children's hospital as the nation's ambassador calls for aid and action against Russia.
Embattled Biden greets NATO allies at summit in US
The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.
‘Get on with each other’: envoy targets anti-Semitism
Businesswoman Jillian Segal has been appointed as a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, with a similar role for for Islamophobia soon to follow.
Use frozen Russian funds to build new hospital: envoy
Ukraine's ambassador in Australia has called for action against Russia and aid for his nation after a children's hospital was hit by a deadly missile strike.
Russia hits Kyiv children’s hospital, at least 41 dead
The United Nations Security Council will meet over a Russian attack that struck a Kyiv children's hospital, killing more than 40 people.
Special envoy to address anti-Semitism in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed businesswoman Jillian Segal to be a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, as he calls for social cohesion.
Israeli tanks storm Gaza City, heavy fire reported
Officials in Gaza believe dozens of people have been killed in the latest Israeli attack in the heart of the city.
Attacks on Ukraine kill 29, children’s hospital hit
Russian missiles have killed at least 29 people and hit a major children's hospital in Kyiv in a wave of strikes across Ukraine.
Hamas accuses Israel PM of trying to hinder truce talks
Hamas says Israel's expanding military operations in Gaza City and the displacement of residents could have repercussions for truce talks.
UN to meet over Russian missile attack on Kyiv hospital
The United Nations Security Council will meet over a Russian attack that struck a Kyiv children's hospital, diplomats say.
Attacks on Ukraine kill 20, children’s hospital hit
Russian missiles have killed more than 20 people and hit a children's hospital in a wave of deadly strikes across Ukraine.
Russian missiles strike Kyiv in rare daytime attack
Explosions have been reported in Ukraine's capital Kyiv and other cities in what appears to be a rare daytime missile attack by Russia.
Gaza deal must let Israel resume fighting: Netanyahu
Days after Hamas accepted a key part of a ceasefire plan, two officials from the group say it is awaiting Israel's response to its latest proposal.
Hamas ‘waiting’ for Israeli response to Gaza truce plan
Ceasefire talks have resumed with Qatari and Egyptian mediation as Israel presses on with its offensive in Gaza and Lebanon's Hezbollah unleashes a barrage.
Hamas accepts US proposal on Israeli hostages in talks
Hamas is reportedly no longer demanding an Israeli commitment to a permanent ceasefire as a pre-condition to a truce, raising hopes of a peace deal.
Efforts to secure Gaza deal with Israel gain momentum
Hamas is reportedly no longer demanding an Israeli commitment to a permanent ceasefire as a pre-condition to a truce, raising hopes of a deal with Israel.
Crowd cheers independent senator on arrival in WA
West Australian Senator Fatima Payman said she's ready to serve her home state as an independent as a crowd of supporters welcomed her home.