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Kremlin says Putin and Trump will meet soon

Kremlin says Putin and Trump will meet soon

Donald Trump has threatened new sanctions against Russia and countries that buy its exports from Friday unless Putin agrees to end the 3.5-year conflict.

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

Australia could boost support for Pacific climate change resilience and infrastructure by about $500 million by changing its aid strategy, a think tank says.

Trump's higher tariffs spark defiance and concern

Trump's higher tariffs spark defiance and concern

Trump's higher tariffs spark defiance and concern

Trump's higher tariffs spark defiance and concern

US President Donald Trump's higher tariffs on imports from dozens of countries have kicked in.

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Putin hopes to meet Trump next week, possibly in UAE

Putin hopes to meet Trump next week, possibly in UAE

Russian President Vladimir Putin says the United Arab Emirates is a possible site for his meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Activists arrested as students strike for Palestine

Activists arrested as students strike for Palestine

Pro-Palestine protesters have been arrested as students took to the streets and blocked a major city intersection to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

US memo urges countries to reject UN plastic caps

US memo urges countries to reject UN plastic caps

Hopes for a "last-chance" ambitious global treaty that tackles the full life cycle of plastic pollution have dimmed.

Modi to visit China for first time in seven years

Modi to visit China for first time in seven years

Donald Trump's unpredictability appears to have helped China and India overcome their niggles, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi planning a visit.

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Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Diplomatic tensions between Australia and Russia are playing out in the High Court after a new embassy in Canberra was denied by the federal government.

Australia, France leaders discuss crisis in Gaza

Australia, France leaders discuss crisis in Gaza

Australia, France leaders discuss crisis in Gaza

Australia, France leaders discuss crisis in Gaza

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and President Emmanuel Macron spoke overnight, almost two weeks after France announced its intention to recognise Palestine.

Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US

Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US

Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US

Rwanda agrees to take deportees from the US

Rwanda has agreed to accept up to 250 deportees from the United States under the Trump administration's third-country deportation program.

US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports

US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports

US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports

US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports

The US trade deficit narrowed in June on a sharp drop in consumer goods imports.

Zelenskiy chats with Trump ahead of Putin deadline

Zelenskiy chats with Trump ahead of Putin deadline

Zelenskiy chats with Trump ahead of Putin deadline

Zelenskiy chats with Trump ahead of Putin deadline

On the eve of Vladimir Putin's ceasefire ultimatum deadline, Ukraine and US leaders have spoken about a drone deal and efforts to end the war.

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia is working with other nations in favour of recognising the state of Palestine, as the federal government acknowledges the issue is urgent.

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia and Indonesia should take their relationship to the next level to combat a trio of key threats, with the aim to include other nations in the region.

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More hunger deaths in Gaza as fuel trucks reach border

Fuel bound for Gaza has reportedly arrived in Egypt as Israel eases access for food aid to the enclave, but the UN warns far more deliveries are needed.

Bangkok protests demand resignation of suspended PM

Protesters have rallied in Bangkok to demand the resignation of court-suspended prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

Depth of US-Australia ties on show in tariff reprieve

While face-to-face talks with Donald Trump remain elusive, a US decision to spare Australia from increased tariffs highlights the strength of the partnership.

Palestinian statehood declares 'enough' suffering

Australia is considering the timing of recognising a Palestinian state, as other nations commit to formal acknowledgement at the United Nations.

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Point of starvation spurs statehood push for Palestine

Australia recognising Palestinian statehood is only a matter of time, the treasurer says, as an expert warns starvation has reached a tipping point in Gaza.

Australia, Pacific cops to discuss regional deployments

Police chiefs from across the Pacific, including Australia, are set to meet and discuss a joint training program that deploys officers across the region.

Fears for vulnerable children as social media ban grows

YouTube's inclusion in Australia's social media ban has put online safety back in the spotlight but experts warn the measures pose harms to vulnerable kids.

Cheers at last for Olympians who defied Moscow boycott

Rebellious Australian athletes who defied a boycott to take part in the controversial Moscow Olympics have finally been recognised in the nation's capital.

PM firm on Palestinian statehood as pressure mounts

Australia won't follow France and the United Kingdom in pushing for Palestinian statehood to pressure Israel into abiding by a two-state solution.

'Show about nothing': PM taunted over US tariffs

The coalition has referenced the 1990s sitcom Seinfeld in its criticism of Anthony Albanese's failure to secure a meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Australia, Tuvalu look to develop landmark climate pact

Developing climate and strategic ties with Australia has been discussed by Tuvalu's leader as the Pacific island nation opens a high commission in Canberra.

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