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Twenty-six dead in Russian strikes on western Ukraine

Twenty-six dead in Russian strikes on western Ukraine

A Russian attack on the city of Ternopil has killed at least 26 people and injured nearly 100 others, a Ukrainian official says.

Australia places sanctions on Russian cybercrime groups

Australia places sanctions on Russian cybercrime groups

Australia places sanctions on Russian cybercrime groups

Australia places sanctions on Russian cybercrime groups

Russian cybercrime organisations that allegedly help cybercriminals launch ransomware and DDOS attacks have been sanctioned by Australia.

Saudi prince didn't know about Khashoggi killing: Trump

Saudi prince didn't know about Khashoggi killing: Trump

Saudi prince didn't know about Khashoggi killing: Trump

Saudi prince didn't know about Khashoggi killing: Trump

The brutal murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi has cast a shadow over Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visit to the White House.

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Pacific leader seeks investment, Australia eyes defence

Pacific leader seeks investment, Australia eyes defence

The leader of one of the Pacific's poorest countries believes Australian business investment can benefit both nations during a time of great opportunity.

PM disputes price tag attached to major climate meeting

PM disputes price tag attached to major climate meeting

Suggestions hosting a global climate summit could cost Australian taxpayers more than $2 billion have been rejected by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

First major winter rains pummel Gaza, destroying tents

First major winter rains pummel Gaza, destroying tents

The first heavy rainfall of the winter season has sent water cascading through the Muwasi tent camp in the Gaza Strip.

Trump removes tariffs on Australian beef exports

Trump removes tariffs on Australian beef exports

Australian beef will no longer be slapped with tariffs when it is exported to the US, in a move that has been celebrated by farmers.

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China warns Japan against Taiwan intervention

China warns Japan against Taiwan intervention

China warns Japan against Taiwan intervention

China warns Japan against Taiwan intervention

Japan will suffer a "crushing defeat" by the Chinese military if it tries to use force to intervene over Taiwan, the country's defence ministry warns.

Australia and Indonesia confirm new security treaty

Australia and Indonesia confirm new security treaty

Australia and Indonesia confirm new security treaty

Australia and Indonesia confirm new security treaty

Negotiations have concluded in a security agreement between Australia and Indonesia, which could see the two nations assist one another to deal with threats.

Gaza ceasefire's first phase winds down

Gaza ceasefire's first phase winds down

Gaza ceasefire's first phase winds down

Gaza ceasefire's first phase winds down

President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has met with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the next stages of the fragile Gaza ceasefire.

PM reveals Australia's next high commissioner to UK

PM reveals Australia's next high commissioner to UK

PM reveals Australia's next high commissioner to UK

PM reveals Australia's next high commissioner to UK

Former South Australian premier Jay Weatherill has been appointed Australia's next high commissioner to the UK, replacing incumbent Stephen Smith.

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

World leaders gathered on the edge of the imperilled Amazon rainforest for a second day of talks at the world's most important meeting on climate change.

Complicity warning for firms supplying Israeli military

Complicity warning for firms supplying Israeli military

Complicity warning for firms supplying Israeli military

Complicity warning for firms supplying Israeli military

An eminent international lawyer warns defence companies supplying parts to Israel's military they could be liable for complicity in genocide.

Chinese premier could visit Uluru next year, PM says

Chinese premier could visit Uluru next year, PM says

Chinese premier could visit Uluru next year, PM says

Chinese premier could visit Uluru next year, PM says

Anthony Albanese is laying the groundwork for a top Chinese official to return to Australia after wrapping up diplomatic talks at the APEC summit.

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China's Xi defends free trade as Trump snubs APEC talks

Cina's Xi Jinping has taken centre stage at a gathering of Pacific Rim leaders that's been heavily overshadowed by his trade talks with President Donald Trump.

Rudd hails Australia's 'first-class' ties with Trump

Former PM turned ambassador Kevin Rudd says Australia's strong links with the US under Donald Trump have deepened as critical minerals open up a new front.

Pathway emerges for elusive EU-Australia trade deal

The Europeans may have found a way to allay the concerns of its farmers over the impacts of a free trade deal with Australia, paving the way for a breakthrough.

PM optimistic Trump and Xi will reduce trade tensions

Anthony Albanese is hopeful a hotly anticipated meeting between the world's most powerful leaders will lead to a reduction in trade barriers.

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Trump touts Korean, China deals on last Asia tour stop

President Donald Trump is talking up trade talks with Seoul and Beijing as he finishes his Asia trip with a swing through South Korea.

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Drawing on politicians' personal connection to his homeland, a touring senator and peace negotiator is encouraging Labor to keep pushing for a united Ireland.

Trump heads for Tokyo royal welcome, eyes China deal

Defence will be high on the agenda when US President Donald Trump meets with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ahead of talks with China's President Xi.

ASEAN leaders look to build trade ties as Trump departs

Officials from China and the leaders of Brazil, Canada, the European Council and the 11-strong ASEAN bloc are working to solidify economic ties and trade pacts.

PM tight-lipped on talks with China over flare incident

Anthony Albanese insists there is still friendship between Australia and China despite an "incident of concern" between both nations' militaries.

Trump confident of deal after 'successful' China talks

Top economic officials from China and the US have concluded two days of discussions to de-escalate a trade war as the countries' presidents prepare to meet.

Trump aims to clinch deal with China's Xi on Asia trip

US President Donald Trump's on-again, off-again meeting with his Chinese counterpart will be the centrepiece of his five-day trip to Asia.

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