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Uyghurs detained in Thailand say they face deportation

Uyghurs detained in Thailand say they face deportation

A group of Uyghurs who were detained in Thailand over a decade ago say that the Thai government is preparing to deport them to China.

US bipartisanship for AUKUS targets 'naysayers'

US bipartisanship for AUKUS targets 'naysayers'

US bipartisanship for AUKUS targets 'naysayers'

US bipartisanship for AUKUS targets 'naysayers'

In a "powerful" message to the sceptics of AUKUS, US congressmen are reassuring bipartisan support for the partnership ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.

Australia takes steps to mend strained ties with Israel

Australia takes steps to mend strained ties with Israel

Australia takes steps to mend strained ties with Israel

Australia takes steps to mend strained ties with Israel

Australia will send one of its most senior ministers to Israel in a bid to help fix the relationship that has come under increasing strain.

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Resigning Canadian PM 'a great friend': Albanese

Resigning Canadian PM 'a great friend': Albanese

The prime minister has sent well wishes to Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau, but some questions hang over whether Anthony Albanese could face a similar fate.

Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia's role

Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia's role

Newly released Iraq War documents reveal flawed decision-making by Australia, sparking calls for transparency and accountability in military commitments

Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed

Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed

Previously secret documents show concerns over a wheat scandal derailing Australia's commercial interests and plans to reshape Iraq as a free-market haven.

Australia scrambled defences to hijackers and bombers

Australia scrambled defences to hijackers and bombers

Declassified cabinet papers show government officials raised the prospect of the prime minister ordering to shoot down commercial aircraft in a suicide attack.

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US plans six-day state funeral as Jimmy Carter mourned

US plans six-day state funeral as Jimmy Carter mourned

US plans six-day state funeral as Jimmy Carter mourned

US plans six-day state funeral as Jimmy Carter mourned

As the US plans a state funeral for former president Jimmy Carter, tributes continue to pour in from global organisations and his own tiny community.

Fins stop Russia-linked vessel over cable damage hunch

Fins stop Russia-linked vessel over cable damage hunch

Fins stop Russia-linked vessel over cable damage hunch

Fins stop Russia-linked vessel over cable damage hunch

Finnish authorities have detained a Russia-linked ship as they investigate whether it damaged a Baltic Sea power cable and several data cables.

Baby freezes to death in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall

Baby freezes to death in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall

Baby freezes to death in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall

Baby freezes to death in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall

A baby girl froze to death overnight in Gaza, while Israel and Hamas accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts that could wind down the 14-month war

Russia looking into alleged capture of Aussie mercenary

Russia looking into alleged capture of Aussie mercenary

Russia looking into alleged capture of Aussie mercenary

Russia looking into alleged capture of Aussie mercenary

Moscow officials are seeking to verify reports the Russian army may have captured an Australian citizen fighting with Ukrainian forces.

Aussie Cossack's 'attractive' offer to seal prison swap

Aussie Cossack's 'attractive' offer to seal prison swap

Aussie Cossack's 'attractive' offer to seal prison swap

Aussie Cossack's 'attractive' offer to seal prison swap

A perennial thorn in the Australian government's side has vowed to make it worth their while if he's sent to Russia in a swap for prisoner of war Oscar Jenkins.

Italy to push ahead with Albania offshore detention

Italy to push ahead with Albania offshore detention

Italy to push ahead with Albania offshore detention

Italy to push ahead with Albania offshore detention

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has vowed to push ahead with a controversial plan to detain asylum seekers in centres in Albania.

Bangladesh tells India it wants ex-PM Hasina extradited

Bangladesh tells India it wants ex-PM Hasina extradited

Bangladesh tells India it wants ex-PM Hasina extradited

Bangladesh tells India it wants ex-PM Hasina extradited

Bangladesh has sent India an extradition request for former prime minister Sheikh Hasina who fled the country following violent protests against her rule.

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'Greenland is not for sale,' PM tells Trump

Greenland's leader insists the vast Arctic island is not for sale and has rebuffed fresh comments from Donald Trump that it should be in American hands.

Fears for Australian soldier captured in Ukraine

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it is concerning news that an Australian citizen is reportedly being held hostage by pro-Russian forces in Ukraine.

US is 'playing with fire' on Taiwan military aid: China

The Chinese government is protesting the latest United States announcements of military sales to Taiwan, warning America that it is “playing with fire”.

Bali Nine return reshines light on ending death penalty

The execution of two Australians for drug smuggling in Indonesia has refocused a spotlight on how the nation co-operates with countries using the death penalty.

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Live lobsters back on Chinese menus as relations thaw

China has notified Australia the live rock lobster trade can resume, following an earlier agreement and the lifting of final trade barriers on some abattoirs.

Australia boosts Solomons support as China pact stopgap

A security pact between Australia and Solomon Islands will strengthen the Pacific nation's domestic police force and reduce the need for any Chinese assistance.

Australia denounces Russia ahead of Kyiv embassy return

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has updated his Australian counterpart on Russia's invasion and asked for more aid to ensure a decisive victory.

Australian destroyers to join UK show of force

Two Australian navy destroyers will take part in exercises with a British carrier strike group that will be deployed to the Indo-Pacific in 2025.

Indonesian president courts West with Bali Nine release

The release of five Australians serving life sentences in Indonesia for drug smuggling is viewed as an act of political goodwill by President Prabowo Subianto.

Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Five Australians convicted of drug smuggling in Indonesia have landed home, with the members of the infamous Bali Nine expressing gratitude for their return.

Syrian schools reopen after upheaval that ousted Assad

Foreign powers and neighbours are weighing their stance on Syria's new rulers as schools reopen for the first time since President Bashar al-Assad's overthrow.

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