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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.

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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

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

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.

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

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.

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Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction

Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction

Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction

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

Transparency benefits when dealing with 'brazen' China

Transparency benefits when dealing with 'brazen' China

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

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

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.

Tiwi elders offer healing to fallen marines

Tiwi elders offer healing to fallen marines

Tiwi elders offer healing to fallen marines

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

China launches long-range missile into Pacific waters

China launches long-range missile into Pacific waters

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 final UN address, Biden calls for calm in Mideast

In final UN address, Biden calls for calm in Mideast

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 to endure despite new leaders coming: PM

Quad to endure despite new leaders coming: PM

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.

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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.

Significant digital data in accused Russian spy case

The couple accused of spying for Russia had 12 digital devices when arrested and prosecutors need more time to examine the data, a magistrate has heard.

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Flak flies as military justice review release misfires

A major review into Australia's military justice system, published by accident, calls for greater independence in the investigation of misconduct allegations.

Aussie quantum expertise to bolster Germany's defences

Germany's cyber agency has selected Australian technology to develop miniature, mobile quantum computers to bolster its defences.

Red flag over Russian operation targeting Aust media

Evidence has been uncovered to show a disinformation campaign targeting the Australian media is being operated from inside Russia.

Pacific charm offensive as China muscles on policing

Senior Australian ministers are visiting three Pacific island nations as Canberra works to boost defence partnerships and shut China out of regional policing.

Veterans up for payout over abuse in the ADF

Veterans could receive payouts of up to $50,000 for the abuse they endured in the military after the Defence Force Ombudsman backflipped on past decisions.

Defence scientists ready for China's 'grey' warfighting

Defence science is proving crucial as smaller powers stand up to China and Russia but can also be used to deter war in an increasingly uncertain future.

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.

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