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Vatican Trump meeting could prove historic: Zelenskiy

Vatican Trump meeting could prove historic: Zelenskiy

Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his meeting with Donald Trump could prove historic if the peaceful end to Ukraine's war with Russia that they discussed is achieved.

Russian troops battle last Ukrainian forces in Kursk

Russian troops battle last Ukrainian forces in Kursk

Russian troops battle last Ukrainian forces in Kursk

Russian troops battle last Ukrainian forces in Kursk

Russia and Ukraine continue to trade heavy blows as Volodymyr Zelenskiy denies claims Ukrainian troops are surrounded by Russian forces in Kursk.

Israeli air strike kills nine people in northern Gaza

Israeli air strike kills nine people in northern Gaza

Israeli air strike kills nine people in northern Gaza

Israeli air strike kills nine people in northern Gaza

An Israeli air strike on a northern Gaza town has killed at least nine people including some local reporters.

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Crowds gather as Ukraine invasion anniversary nears

Crowds gather as Ukraine invasion anniversary nears

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia says he's "convinced history" is on the country's side as the third anniversary of its invasion approaches.

Leaders condemn Islamophobic attacks, PM still silent

Leaders condemn Islamophobic attacks, PM still silent

Alleged assaults of two Muslim women at a shopping centre in separate attacks have been denounced by politicians, as Islamic groups call out double standards.

'My heart aches': survivors reflect on Gaza ceasefire

'My heart aches': survivors reflect on Gaza ceasefire

Members of Australia's Palestinian and Jewish communities are mourning those left behind and worried about loved ones as a ceasefire looms in Gaza.

'Uncertainty' to reign in 2025 geopolitical outlook

'Uncertainty' to reign in 2025 geopolitical outlook

From precarious violence in the Middle East to Ukraine's ongoing war, just how Australians will be impacted by major events in 2025 remains to be seen.

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Israeli parliament extends state of emergency

Israeli parliament extends state of emergency

Israeli parliament extends state of emergency

Israeli parliament extends state of emergency

The Israeli parliament has extended the country's state of emergency until the end of 2025.

Australia denounces Russia ahead of Kyiv embassy return

Australia denounces Russia ahead of Kyiv embassy return

Australia denounces Russia ahead of Kyiv embassy return

Australia denounces Russia ahead of Kyiv embassy return

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has updated his Australian counterpart on Russia's invasion and asked for more aid to ensure a decisive victory.

Beefed-up hate laws won't touch religious free pass

Beefed-up hate laws won't touch religious free pass

Beefed-up hate laws won't touch religious free pass

Beefed-up hate laws won't touch religious free pass

With social cohesion under strain, one Australian state is trumpeting tougher hate laws and penalties but will keep exceptions for "genuine" religious beliefs.

Inquiry into public servant's $300k payment after raid

Inquiry into public servant's $300k payment after raid

Inquiry into public servant's $300k payment after raid

Inquiry into public servant's $300k payment after raid

A government agency has launched an internal investigation after its Parliament House offices were raided by the federal corruption watchdog.

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

The Australian Defence Force constantly reviews the safety of its personnel in the Middle East after reports United Nations peacekeepers have been targeted.

Civilians killed and maimed, doctors decry Gaza toll

Civilians killed and maimed, doctors decry Gaza toll

Civilians killed and maimed, doctors decry Gaza toll

Civilians killed and maimed, doctors decry Gaza toll

Children being killed and maimed in Gaza under a health system that's all but collapsed has spurred doctors to plead for Australia to take stronger action.

Leave Lebanon now, but for some, it's not that easy

Leave Lebanon now, but for some, it's not that easy

Leave Lebanon now, but for some, it's not that easy

Leave Lebanon now, but for some, it's not that easy

Lebanese Australians are watching on in horror as Israel bombs southern parts of Lebanon and the capital, Beirut, levelling buildings and killing hundreds.

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Transparency benefits when dealing with 'brazen' China

Australia has been urged to be transparent about near misses with the Chinese military, as the Philippines makes the case for unity when dealing with Beijing.

Top cop slams 'hypocrite' activists after violent rally

Dozens of police and protesters have been injured in violent scenes outside a weapons convention in Melbourne with missiles thrown and rubber bullets fired.

Brother of aid worker killed in Gaza calls for action

Israeli Defence Force officers were reprimanded and dismissed over the death of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom but her brother wants to see more action.

Peter Garrett to conduct review into cancelled concert

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra's managing director has left the organisation as former arts minister Peter Garrett leads a review sparked by a cancelled concert.

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PM calls for calm after Dutton urges Gaza visa ban

The prime minister says Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is sowing '"fear and division" after calling for a visa ban on people fleeing Gaza.

Cancelling pianist for Gaza comment an error: orchestra

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra says it was an error to remove a pianist following his comments on Gaza.

Iran doesn't want escalation but must 'punish' Israel

Iran is determined to must punish Israel for the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in its capital but insists it's not seeking to raise regional tensions.

Myanmar urged to stop 'unsustainable' conflict by Wong

Conflict in Myanmar must prompt its military leaders to take a different path as the economic and civil conflict worsens, Foreign Minister Penny Wong warns.

Palestine soccer boss visa decision not my call: PM

A decision to deny the head of Palestine's football association entry to Australia was made by the Immigration Department, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.

Pro-Palestine camp to end when uni gives in to demands

Encampments are being dismantled at many universities but students from the University of Melbourne will not pack up until it publicly gives in to a key demand.

October 7 attack 'legitimate': Islamic Council rep

A leading Islamic group won't attend the Victorian premier's Iftar dinner over Labor's response to the Gaza conflict, calling an attack on Israel "legitimate".

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