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Tariffs spell death knell for businesses on the brink

Tariffs spell death knell for businesses on the brink

Australia's economy is tipped to grow faster in 2025 but US tariffs and trade wars could be enough to send marginal businesses to the wall.

Playing for time: Putin declines full Ukraine ceasefire

Playing for time: Putin declines full Ukraine ceasefire

Playing for time: Putin declines full Ukraine ceasefire

Playing for time: Putin declines full Ukraine ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed for Russia and Ukraine to stop hitting each other's energy infrastructure for 30 days, the Kremlin says.

Ukraine deal can't reward Putin for actions: minister

Ukraine deal can't reward Putin for actions: minister

Ukraine deal can't reward Putin for actions: minister

Ukraine deal can't reward Putin for actions: minister

Defence Minister Richard Marles says Russia's president can't get off lightly in any peace deal with Ukraine after its invasion.

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Australia again makes its case for US tariffs exemption

Australia again makes its case for US tariffs exemption

The government has made another pitch to US officials to gain an exemption from American tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium imports worth $1 billion.

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.

Australia may back Ukraine peacekeeping after talks

Australia may back Ukraine peacekeeping after talks

Ukraine's fight against Russia has implications for the world, the prime minister says, as Australia contemplates contributing to peacekeeping efforts.

UK to step up Ukraine peacekeeping planning

UK to step up Ukraine peacekeeping planning

Planning for a peacekeeping force for Ukraine will move to an "operational phase," UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says.

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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.

Metal makers reinforced as new US tariff threat emerges

Metal makers reinforced as new US tariff threat emerges

Metal makers reinforced as new US tariff threat emerges

Metal makers reinforced as new US tariff threat emerges

The government assures a key export sector of support as a new tariff threat emerges while fresh funding reinforces metal manufacturing against US levies.

Pacific to bank on ANZ thanks to Australian guarantee

Pacific to bank on ANZ thanks to Australian guarantee

Pacific to bank on ANZ thanks to Australian guarantee

Pacific to bank on ANZ thanks to Australian guarantee

The federal government will provide a $2 billion guarantee to ANZ bank in the Pacific for it to continue services as Australia works to lock out China.

Libs refuse to back Australia-Pacific climate forum bid

Libs refuse to back Australia-Pacific climate forum bid

Libs refuse to back Australia-Pacific climate forum bid

Libs refuse to back Australia-Pacific climate forum bid

The Liberal Party it's more concerned about household costs than hosting climate talks with Pacific nations, ahead of the federal election.

Hope for Australia even as tariffs strain US friendship

Hope for Australia even as tariffs strain US friendship

Hope for Australia even as tariffs strain US friendship

Hope for Australia even as tariffs strain US friendship

The worst consequences of Donald Trump's tariffs won't be borne by Australia's economy, but by its relationship with the US, an expert has warned.

Confusion over Libs' pledge to recognise West Jerusalem

Confusion over Libs' pledge to recognise West Jerusalem

Confusion over Libs' pledge to recognise West Jerusalem

Confusion over Libs' pledge to recognise West Jerusalem

The coalition's foreign affairs spokesman has seemingly contradicted the opposition leader about a major foreign policy decision on Israel's capital.

Aid carve-outs for human rights sanctions endorsed

Aid carve-outs for human rights sanctions endorsed

Aid carve-outs for human rights sanctions endorsed

Aid carve-outs for human rights sanctions endorsed

A parliamentary human rights committee has recommended reforms to Australia's sanctions regime to make it easier for aid organisations to operate.

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Australia backs Gaza assistance as Israel chokes aid

A spokesperson for Australia's foreign minister has reiterated calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza as Israel blocks humanitarian supplies.

Cause for Australian optimism despite US-Ukraine stoush

Australian ambassador to the United States Kevin Rudd has launched a staunch defence of the alliance between the two nations amid a shake up under Donald Trump.

'Disappointed' Dutton vows to lobby Trump over Ukraine

Australia has offered its bipartisan support for Ukraine after the US threatened to pull its backing from the nation's fight against Russia.

PM backs Ukraine following Trump Oval Office clash

Australia's prime minister has joined other world leaders in reaffirming support for Ukraine following a showdown between its leader and the US president.

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Trump, Zelenskiy clash in extraordinary White House row

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine won’t enter peace talks with Russia until it has security guarantees against another offensive.

Russia, US hold talks: Putin says contacts inspire hope

The US and Russia have held talks focused on conditions for each other's diplomats, providing an early test of their ability to reset wider relations.

Taiwan reaches out as China shrugs at Tasman navy drill

China employs grey-zone tactics to push the boundaries and create a new normal, says a Taiwanese envoy as the major power downplays its naval presence.

Trump dodges UK plea for Ukraine security guarantee

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says there can be no long-term peace in Ukraine without firm US security guarantees, an argument Donald Trump has dismissed.

Australian companies invited to invest in Ukraine

Ukraine is calling on Australian companies to boost investment alongside the US after President Donald Trump pushed for a mineral extraction deal to recoup aid.

Australia on charm offensive to counter Pacific threats

Australia is sharpening its focus on the Pacific and Southeast Asia as it seeks to tackle a fragile security outlook, a foreign policy snapshot reveals.

Australia accused of 'hyping' Chinese naval drills

China has hosed down complaints about live-fire naval drills in international waters between Australia and New Zealand, saying its actions were lawful.

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