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Israel set to release detained Australian activists

Israel set to release detained Australian activists

A group of Australian activists detained by Israel for taking part in a global flotilla to deliver aid to Palestinians in Gaza are set to be deported.

Palestinians take News Corp to court for alleged hatred

Palestinians take News Corp to court for alleged hatred

Palestinians take News Corp to court for alleged hatred

Palestinians take News Corp to court for alleged hatred

A group of Palestinians and Arab Muslims are taking on one of the nation's biggest news companies over allegations of racial hatred and discrimination.

Fears Hanson's 'dog-whistling' could trigger violence

Fears Hanson's 'dog-whistling' could trigger violence

Fears Hanson's 'dog-whistling' could trigger violence

Fears Hanson's 'dog-whistling' could trigger violence

A letter threatening Muslims with death was sent to a mosque days after a senator made racist remarks, sparking fears about spiralling Islamophobia.

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Palestinian-Australian author to headline writers' fest

Palestinian-Australian author to headline writers' fest

Palestinian-Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah will appear at Australia's biggest writers' festival after her removal from another event sparked outrage.

Activists vow 'uncomfortable' trip for Israel president

Activists vow 'uncomfortable' trip for Israel president

Australia's pro-Palestine movement is attempting to turn up the heat on the Albanese government ahead of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit.

'Callous indifference' to Gaza suffering worsens horror

'Callous indifference' to Gaza suffering worsens horror

Australia and the international community have been tasked with stepping up to confront the horrendous humanitarian situation in Gaza after two years of war.

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.

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Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israel’s cabinet has approved a plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.

'Unacceptable' safety risks scupper Opera House rally

'Unacceptable' safety risks scupper Opera House rally

'Unacceptable' safety risks scupper Opera House rally

'Unacceptable' safety risks scupper Opera House rally

A planned pro-Palestine march of tens of thousands ending at the Sydney Opera House would've been an unacceptable risk to public safety, a has court found.

Hamas 'serious' on Gaza deal, but has fine print

Hamas 'serious' on Gaza deal, but has fine print

Hamas 'serious' on Gaza deal, but has fine print

Hamas 'serious' on Gaza deal, but has fine print

US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about progress towards a Gaza deal and says a US team had just left to take part in the negotiations.

TV star, podcaster under fire for Israel genocide post

TV star, podcaster under fire for Israel genocide post

TV star, podcaster under fire for Israel genocide post

TV star, podcaster under fire for Israel genocide post

A former close friend of Abbie Chatfield has sued the television personality claiming he was publicly vilified over his views on the Israel-Gaza conflict.

Dozens killed in Gaza despite US call to halt bombing

Dozens killed in Gaza despite US call to halt bombing

Dozens killed in Gaza despite US call to halt bombing

Dozens killed in Gaza despite US call to halt bombing

Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip have killed at least 36 Palestinians in the past 24 hours, medics say.

Australia welcomes Gaza peace progress, hostage release

Australia welcomes Gaza peace progress, hostage release

Australia welcomes Gaza peace progress, hostage release

Australia welcomes Gaza peace progress, hostage release

Dozens of hostages held in Gaza for nearly two years may be on the verge of freedom as part of a US-negotiated peace plan welcomed by Australia.

Israel intercepts the last boat from Gaza flotilla

Israel intercepts the last boat from Gaza flotilla

Israel intercepts the last boat from Gaza flotilla

Israel intercepts the last boat from Gaza flotilla

Israel's military has stormed the last boat in an aid flotilla trying to reach Gaza a day after stopping most of the vessels and detaining some 450 activists.

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Israeli strikes kill dozens, as Hamas mulls Trump plan

Hospitals say that Israeli strikes have killed at least 41 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

'Tepid' Australia accused of emboldening Israel

A failure to hold Israel to account for breaking humanitarian law as the death toll in Gaza soars has spurred a clarion call for action in Australia.

France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine

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

Australia urged to act after Israel genocide finding

Leaders from 20 major international aid organisations are calling for Australia to act after a landmark report concluded that Israel is committing genocide.

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Australia urged to act as experts declare Gaza genocide

Australia cannot wait until international courts decide that a genocide is happening in Gaza, an expert says, urging the government to take imminent action.

'Acts of aggression': Australia expels Iran ambassador

Australia has pulled the trigger on serious diplomatic moves to reprimand Iran after saying there was "credible intelligence" it directed attacks on home soil.

'Forever tarnished': Netanyahu spews more vitriol on PM

Israel's prime minister has launched another verbal salvo against Anthony Albanese over his handling of the situation in the Middle East as calls grow for calm.

Bridge rally for Gazans set for Supreme Court showdown

People involved in a massive rally set for an iconic Australian landmark could face arrest if police succeed with last-minute court action.

Fight looms as Gaza protest planned for Harbour Bridge

Plans for a protest across a major Australian bridge to show support for Palestinians are up in the air, with a state leader suggesting it will deliver "chaos".

Australia lashes Israeli 'conquer, cleanse' comments

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has branded calls from an Israeli minister to conquer and cleanse Gaza as "abhorrent and outrageous", reiterating a ceasefire call.

PM backs Gaza aid resumption after truce breakdown

Australia has called for the resumption of humanitarian aid and a ceasefire in Gaza, after a second day of Israeli airstrikes on the Palestinian territory.

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