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Australia lands $7b deal for missile and air defence

Australia lands $7b deal for missile and air defence

Australia has struck a new agreement with the US to bolster its air and missile defences, as tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific.

Israel strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern Gaza

Israel strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern Gaza

Israel strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern Gaza

Israel strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern Gaza

Israeli bombardments in Gaza have killed at least 73 people and a siege around three hospitals has tightened.

Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen

Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen

Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen

Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen

American B-2 stealth bomber strikes on underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen received support from Australia.

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Test pilot warned of death charges over chopper safety

Test pilot warned of death charges over chopper safety

A test pilot was "laughed at" for raising concerns over unacceptable safety risks with the Taipan army helicopter, an inquiry into a fatal crash has been told.

Death of Hamas boss 'can be turning point in conflict'

Death of Hamas boss 'can be turning point in conflict'

Australian politicians have called for urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to the war in the middle east after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Australia will gift 49 tanks to Ukraine's armed forces in its latest assistance against Russia's invasion, after denying a similar request for helicopters.

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.

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Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Junior army personnel were being promoted prematurely because of an exodus of experience, a corporal has told an inquiry into a fatal helicopter crash.

Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

US officials believe Israel has narrowed down targets in Iran as it battles Iran-backed groups Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza amid fears of a wider war.

Cash bonuses for Australian troops to recruit mates

Cash bonuses for Australian troops to recruit mates

Cash bonuses for Australian troops to recruit mates

Cash bonuses for Australian troops to recruit mates

A plan to give cash bonuses to Australian Defence Force personnel if they successfully refer a person to join their ranks has attracted criticism.

Officers raid Kyiv night spots in search of war dodgers

Officers raid Kyiv night spots in search of war dodgers

Officers raid Kyiv night spots in search of war dodgers

Officers raid Kyiv night spots in search of war dodgers

Ukrainian military recruitment officers have raided restaurants, bars and a concert hall in Kyiv to check men's military registration documents.

Zelenskiy drums up war plan support in London, Paris

Zelenskiy drums up war plan support in London, Paris

Zelenskiy drums up war plan support in London, Paris

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.

China seeks deeper economic ties with ASEAN at summit

China seeks deeper economic ties with ASEAN at summit

China seeks deeper economic ties with ASEAN at summit

China seeks deeper economic ties with ASEAN at summit

Beijing has brought a call for deeper economic ties with Southeast Asia to ASEAN's summit, where disputes about the South China Sea overshadow proceedings.

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Ex-ADF soldier avoids more jail for teen's sex assault

A former soldier will not face any extra prison time after a County Court judge ordered him to undertake community work for the sexual assault of a teenager.

Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction

Former military lawyer David McBride has been granted leave to appeal against his convictions for leaking secret documents.

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.

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

The US Pentagon has approved the possible sale of up to 100 advanced anti-radiation guided missiles to Australia with an estimated price of $579 million.

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Tiwi elders offer healing to fallen marines

A fatal military aircraft crash on the Tiwi Islands in 2023 has sparked a unique exchange in culture and kinship.

China launches long-range missile into Pacific waters

The launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by China is likely to raise international concerns about the country's nuclear build-up.

In final UN address, Biden calls for calm in Mideast

In his final address, outgoing US President Joe Biden has told the UN "Putin's war has failed" and called for calm in the Middle East.

Quad to endure despite new leaders coming: PM

Quad leaders have agreed to a multi-million dollar push to prevent cervical cancer in the Pacific and increase coast guard co-operation.

PM meets Biden at home for 'discussion between friends'

Anthony Albanese visited Joe Biden's home, exchanging gifts ahead of talks with leaders of Japan and India on security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Always in our hearts: East Timor service commemorated

Australia has commemorated the sacrifices made by those who served in East Timor during a heartfelt ceremony in Canberra.

Albanese to meet with Biden ahead of Quad summit

The prime minister will hold talks with the outgoing US president before the Quad leaders meeting, where security in the Pacific will be on the agenda.

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