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'People see injustice': fight goes on for Vietnam vets

'People see injustice': fight goes on for Vietnam vets

Vietnam War veterans are being honoured around the nation but for thousands of Australians, the battle for recognition of their service and suffering continues.

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Thousands of Israelis have joined protests across the country demanding an end to the war in Gaza and the return of the remaining hostages.

Trump urges Ukraine deal as Europe backs Zelenskiy

Trump urges Ukraine deal as Europe backs Zelenskiy

Trump urges Ukraine deal as Europe backs Zelenskiy

Trump urges Ukraine deal as Europe backs Zelenskiy

Sources say Vladimir Putin demanded control of the entire Donetsk region in his Alaska meeting with Donald Trump who says Ukraine has 'gotta make a deal'.

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Trump leaves Alaska summit with Putin empty-handed

Trump leaves Alaska summit with Putin empty-handed

A highly anticipated summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin has yielded no agreement to resolve or pause Moscow's war in Ukraine.

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

People in Gaza are struggling to secure enough water for drinking and sanitation as a heatwave takes hold.

National Guard gathers in Washington after Trump order

National Guard gathers in Washington after Trump order

National Guard troops have begun to appear in Washington following US President Donald Trump's crackdown on crime in the US capital.

'I'm not going to make a deal' on Ukraine: Trump

'I'm not going to make a deal' on Ukraine: Trump

US President Donald Trump says his face-to-face talks with Vladimir Putin will be a "feel-out meeting" aimed at urging Russia to end the war in Ukraine.

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Israel's Gaza City offensive may be weeks away

Israel's Gaza City offensive may be weeks away

Israel's Gaza City offensive may be weeks away

Israel's Gaza City offensive may be weeks away

There are some indications Israel's new offensive in Gaza City could take weeks to start.

N Korea threatens reprisals against S Korea-US drills

N Korea threatens reprisals against S Korea-US drills

N Korea threatens reprisals against S Korea-US drills

N Korea threatens reprisals against S Korea-US drills

North Korea says its military has an "absolute mission" to defend national security against the large-scale 11-day drills by South Korea and the United States.

Israel faces growing calls to scrap Gaza offensive plan

Israel faces growing calls to scrap Gaza offensive plan

Israel faces growing calls to scrap Gaza offensive plan

Israel faces growing calls to scrap Gaza offensive plan

International condemnation is growing over Israel’s plan for a military takeover of Gaza City ahead of an emergency United Nations Security Council meeting.

Zelenskiy thanks EU for support as Trump, Putin to meet

Zelenskiy thanks EU for support as Trump, Putin to meet

Zelenskiy thanks EU for support as Trump, Putin to meet

Zelenskiy thanks EU for support as Trump, Putin to meet

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has thanked Europe for its support as Ukraine seeks a place at the negotiating table when Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet.

'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

Australia and New Zealand are chasing stronger military and economic ties, with the latter open to following its neighbour's lead on frigate procurement.

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Regional security and global uncertainty are dominating discussions during annual talks between Anthony Albanese and his New Zealand counterpart.

Israel faces backlash over Gaza war escalation plan

Israel faces backlash over Gaza war escalation plan

Israel faces backlash over Gaza war escalation plan

Israel faces backlash over Gaza war escalation plan

The United Nations Security Council will have an emergency meeting on Israel's plans to escalate its military offensive in Gaza.

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Israel approves plan to take control of Gaza City

Senior Israeli ministers have approved a plan to take control of Gaza City hours after the prime minister said the nation intended to control the whole enclave.

Kremlin says Putin and Trump will meet soon

Donald Trump has threatened new sanctions against Russia and countries that buy its exports from Friday unless Putin agrees to end the 3.5-year conflict.

US sergeant shot five soldiers before arrest at base

A US Army sergeant shot and wounded five fellow soldiers with his personal handgun before he was subdued by other troops.

Dozens killed in Gaza as Israel weighs military action

At least 38 Palestinians were killed while seeking aid, as Israel mulls possible plans to fully reoccupy Gaza.

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Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design

Japanese Mogami-class frigates will replace aging Australian warships following a landmark review recommending a focus on long-range firepower.

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia and Indonesia should take their relationship to the next level to combat a trio of key threats, with the aim to include other nations in the region.

Defence force recruitment has biggest surge in a decade

Australian Defence Force ranks are growing once again after the biggest surge in recruitment in 15 years.

More hunger deaths in Gaza as fuel trucks reach border

Fuel bound for Gaza has reportedly arrived in Egypt as Israel eases access for food aid to the enclave, but the UN warns far more deliveries are needed.

Ukraine drone attack sparks fire at oil depot in Russia

An oil depot in the Russian city of Sochi is ablaze after a Ukrainian drone attack, which temporarily halted flights at Sochi's airport.

Bangkok protests demand resignation of suspended PM

Protesters have rallied in Bangkok to demand the resignation of court-suspended prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

Lax Aussies making themselves easy spy targets: ASIO

Australia's intelligence chief has revealed new details about a series of foreign espionage operations in a major speech.

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