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'Massive attack': Russia pounds Kyiv with air assault

'Massive attack': Russia pounds Kyiv with air assault

A major attack by Russia on Kyiv has killed at least four people and injured dozens, Ukrainian authorities say.

Iran dismisses UN nuclear sanctions as unlawful

Iran dismisses UN nuclear sanctions as unlawful

Iran dismisses UN nuclear sanctions as unlawful

Iran dismisses UN nuclear sanctions as unlawful

Sweeping UN sanctions have been reimposed on Iran - 10 years after they were lifted in a landmark international deal over its nuclear program.

Not on my watch: PM rules out republic referendum

Not on my watch: PM rules out republic referendum

Not on my watch: PM rules out republic referendum

Not on my watch: PM rules out republic referendum

Anthony Albanese has promised no more referendums will be held while he is prime minister, putting on ice any plans for Australia to become a republic.

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PM hopeful of reciprocal respect in Trump talks

PM hopeful of reciprocal respect in Trump talks

The relationship between the US and Australia remains strong, the prime minister says, after finally locking in a meeting with Donald Trump in Washington DC.

PM all smiles on subs pact after Downing Street chat

PM all smiles on subs pact after Downing Street chat

Australia's prime minister continues to talk up the future of the AUKUS submarine pact following talks with his British counterpart in London.

PM flies into friendlier territory with like minds

PM flies into friendlier territory with like minds

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has swapped the US for the UK, landing in London for a conference of global progressive leaders.

Multimillion-dollar UN bid worth the cost: minister

Multimillion-dollar UN bid worth the cost: minister

Australia has "overwhelming support" for a seat on the United Nations Security Council as a senior minister dismisses criticism of the potential cost of a bid.

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Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Vanuatu has issued a stinging clapback against Australia after a senior minister tried to play down concerns over the Pacific nation signing a pact with China.

Danish airport reopens after further drone activity

Danish airport reopens after further drone activity

Danish airport reopens after further drone activity

Danish airport reopens after further drone activity

Denmark has informed its NATO allies that drone incursions that shut two of its airports are linked to unspecified "state actors", according to Latvia.

NATO, EU waging war on Russia, Lavrov tells G20 at UN

NATO, EU waging war on Russia, Lavrov tells G20 at UN

NATO, EU waging war on Russia, Lavrov tells G20 at UN

NATO, EU waging war on Russia, Lavrov tells G20 at UN

NATO and the EU have have declared war on Russia and "are directly involved in it," Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has told a G20 meeting at the UN.

Gaza, subs top of PM's agenda after touching down in UK

Gaza, subs top of PM's agenda after touching down in UK

Gaza, subs top of PM's agenda after touching down in UK

Gaza, subs top of PM's agenda after touching down in UK

Fresh from attending the United Nations General Assembly, Anthony Albanese will receive a rockstar reception from progressive world leaders in the UK.

Palestinian president: no Gaza governing role for Hamas

Palestinian president: no Gaza governing role for Hamas

Palestinian president: no Gaza governing role for Hamas

Palestinian president: no Gaza governing role for Hamas

The Palestinian president has told world leaders that his people “reject” the 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.

Split over China but Pacific nations united on climate

Split over China but Pacific nations united on climate

Split over China but Pacific nations united on climate

Split over China but Pacific nations united on climate

A rare moment in the world spotlight for Pacific nations has been marked by differing views on China but a unity ticket for global action on climate.

Climate action vs con job: PM rebuts Trump stance at UN

Climate action vs con job: PM rebuts Trump stance at UN

Climate action vs con job: PM rebuts Trump stance at UN

Climate action vs con job: PM rebuts Trump stance at UN

The ideological divide between Australia and the US has grown wider on the world stage as leaders deliver two very different messages to the United Nations.

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PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

Anthony Albanese has met Donald Trump at the president's welcome reception for world leaders in New York after the pair locked in a formal sit-down for October.

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Australia's relationship with the US will likely remain strong even if a meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump descends into chaos, one expert says.

Handshakes, trade and Palestine as PM takes world stage

Australia has used a major UN meeting to push for an elusive trade deal, while the prime minister's address trumpeted the cause of Palestinian statehood.

PM's failure to get Trump meeting a 'slap on the wrist'

It appears US President Donald Trump has snubbed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, failing to grant him his first face-to-face meeting since he was re-elected.

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Vanuatu flags China policing deal after Australia snub

A Pacific island nation has revealed it wants to formalise a policing deal with China after a security pact with Australia was scuppered at the last minute.

Coalition accused of going 'rogue' on Palestine stance

Sussan Ley has pledged Australia will reverse Palestinian recognition if the coalition wins the next election, holding talks with senior Israeli officials.

Aussie journalist 'overjoyed' at pardon of jail mate

The pardon of an imprisoned political dissident has been welcomed by a former Australian journalist who was jailed alongside the activist in Egypt.

France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine

French President Emmanuel Macron has recognised a Palestinian state at a global summit in New York.

Trade minister could get a big shot at US tariff shift

The trade minister hopes to meet US counterpart Jamieson Greer in what could provide a major opportunity at securing Australian tariff relief.

West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents

Britain has hit out at Russia's "reckless actions" violating NATO airspace in Estonia and Poland, during a United Nations Security Council meeting.

Australia defies US, Israeli pressure on Palestine

Australia, the UK, Canada and Portugal are the latest countries to recognise Palestinian statehood, with others expected to soon follow.

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