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Cheaper goods to flow under 'hard yakka' EU trade deal

Cheaper goods to flow under 'hard yakka' EU trade deal

Australia and Europe will go on a tariff-slashing blitz, inking a historic trade deal after almost a decade of sometimes-intractable negotiations.

EU leader touches down as PM hopes to land trade deal

EU leader touches down as PM hopes to land trade deal

EU leader touches down as PM hopes to land trade deal

EU leader touches down as PM hopes to land trade deal

The president of the European Commission has begun her three-day visit to Australia, as a long-awaited free-trade deal with the bloc appears set to be resolved.

New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy

New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy

New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy

New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy

Ukrainian President ‌Volodymyr Zelenskiy is optimistic about further prisoner of war swaps between his country and Russia after talks with the US concluded.

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Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Donald Trump has vowed to obliterate Iran's energy facilities if it doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran says the waterway is open to all but "enemies".

'Welcome home Mary': hometown love fit for queen

'Welcome home Mary': hometown love fit for queen

Denmark's Queen Mary has wrapped her official Australian tour with a hometown visit to Hobart involving ships, art, lobster and a street gathering.

Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return

Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return

As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.

Economic chiefs meet to clear path to Trump-Xi summit

Economic chiefs meet to clear path to Trump-Xi summit

Economic chiefs from China and the US are set to meet in Paris to clear a path to an anticipated summit between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

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Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's oil export hub

Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's oil export hub

Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's oil export hub

Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's oil export hub

US President Donald Trump has warned of more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island as he pressures allies to send warships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Frederik and Mary visit Australia's best known landmark

Frederik and Mary visit Australia's best known landmark

Frederik and Mary visit Australia's best known landmark

Frederik and Mary visit Australia's best known landmark

Traditional owners have welcomed Queen Mary and King Frederik to Uluru as the royals start a visit aimed at bolstering trade between Australia and Denmark.

Australia orders staff to leave Israel and UAE

Australia orders staff to leave Israel and UAE

Australia orders staff to leave Israel and UAE

Australia orders staff to leave Israel and UAE

The federal government has told non-essential officials to get out of Israel and the UAE "due to the deteriorating security situation" in the Middle East.

China says US talks vital as Trump targets its partners

China says US talks vital as Trump targets its partners

China says US talks vital as Trump targets its partners

China says US talks vital as Trump targets its partners

China's top diplomat says dialogue with the US is vital for global stability as leaders Xi Jinping and Donald Trump prepare to meet.

Denmark has the word on energy but are we listening?

Denmark has the word on energy but are we listening?

Denmark has the word on energy but are we listening?

Denmark has the word on energy but are we listening?

Australia will receive a masterclass from Denmark on its green energy transition when Queen Mary arrives for a state visit with a business delegation in tow.

French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions

French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions

French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions

French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions

Amid wars in both Europe and the Middle East, two French ships visited an Australian capital city to promote freedom of navigation and scientific exploration.

Russia-Ukraine peace talks postponed due to Mideast war

Russia-Ukraine peace talks postponed due to Mideast war

Russia-Ukraine peace talks postponed due to Mideast war

Russia-Ukraine peace talks postponed due to Mideast war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have stalled as the war in the Middle East pulls focus away.

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Canada's call for Australia to exploit 'rare power'

The Canadian prime minister has made a direct pitch to Australian leaders to help his nation and other "middle powers" counter superpowers' coercive influence.

Australia, Canada can 'set the agenda' on global peace

Australia might not be a major global player but is well-placed to help restore order in a tumultuous world, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says.

No pain at the pump: petrol companies warned on gouging

Petrol stations will be closely watched for signs of price gouging after military tensions exploded in the Middle East.

Canadian PM's visit to build solidarity with Australia

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Australia for a three-day visit which is set to deepen security and defence ties between the two nations.

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Fresh travel warning as Aussie base hit in Middle East

Thousands of Australians remain stranded in the Middle East as military tensions flare, with an Australian defence base coming under attack from Iran.

Zelenskiy doubts Russia's spring offensive capability

With peace talks set to resume this week, Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskiy has cast doubt on Russia's capacity to mount an effective spring offensive.

Afghan thwarts Pakistan strike on Bagram Air Base

Afghanistan says it has thwarted an attempted Pakistani air strike on Bagram Air Base.

Israel strikes Iran again after killing supreme leader

The Middle East is in turmoil as Donald Trump issues a new warning to Tehran after Israeli and US strikes killed Iran's leader, prompting retaliatory attacks.

Pakistan, Afghan forces clash as diplomacy intensifies

Pakistan's strikes have hit Taliban military installations and posts in one of the deepest Pakistani incursions into its western neighbour in years.

Ghana troops killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war

At least 55 Ghanaians have died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says.

Aust diplomats' families told to leave Israel, Lebanon

The families of Australian diplomats based in Israel and Lebanon have been told to leave as the security situation in those countries worsens.

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