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G7 vows support for Ukraine as Trump warms to war aims

G7 vows support for Ukraine as Trump warms to war aims

Ukraine has gone to a G7 summit to impress Donald Trump with its fightback against Russia, and the "boss" US president appears to have softened his scepticism.

Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks

Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks

Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks

Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks

Leaders at the G7 summit are discussing Russia's war in Ukraine along with the tentative deal struck by US President Donald Trump to end the conflict with Iran.

AFP to probe treatment of Australian flotilla activists

AFP to probe treatment of Australian flotilla activists

AFP to probe treatment of Australian flotilla activists

AFP to probe treatment of Australian flotilla activists

An independent investigation could be held into the detention of almost a dozen Australians taken by Israel while trying to deliver aid to war-torn Gaza.

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Fuel tax decision imminent after US-Iran peace deal

Fuel tax decision imminent after US-Iran peace deal

The federal government is weighing up whether to continue offering motorists discounted petrol and diesel amid hopes of an end to the US-led war in Iran.

'Heart goes out': PM urges inquiry into girl's death

'Heart goes out': PM urges inquiry into girl's death

A nine-year-old Australian girl was shot dead by a police officer in Pakistan in a case of mistaken identity during an armed robbery.

Young Australian girl shot dead by police in Pakistan

Young Australian girl shot dead by police in Pakistan

An Australian family is receiving consular assistance after a nine-year-old girl was killed and two others injured in a police shooting mix-up.

US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction

US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction

The US government has directed a team to assess costs for damages already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, a source says.

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'Apples with oranges': Labor brushes off Kiwi PM's dig

'Apples with oranges': Labor brushes off Kiwi PM's dig

'Apples with oranges': Labor brushes off Kiwi PM's dig

'Apples with oranges': Labor brushes off Kiwi PM's dig

A visiting leader's remark that taxing capital gains would be "disastrous" has been brushed aside by Labor figures who deny it was a dig at its big reforms.

Trans-Tasman ties never better despite tax jibe: PM

Trans-Tasman ties never better despite tax jibe: PM

Trans-Tasman ties never better despite tax jibe: PM

Trans-Tasman ties never better despite tax jibe: PM

The diplomatic relationship between Australia and New Zealand has never been stronger, both leaders insist, despite commentary over recent budget announcements.

US hits Hormuz radar sites after Iran launches drones

US hits Hormuz radar sites after Iran launches drones

US hits Hormuz radar sites after Iran launches drones

US hits Hormuz radar sites after Iran launches drones

US strikes have targeted Iranian radar sites after drone attacks on maritime traffic, US Central Command says.

'No way' for Australia to talk way out of fresh tariffs

'No way' for Australia to talk way out of fresh tariffs

'No way' for Australia to talk way out of fresh tariffs

'No way' for Australia to talk way out of fresh tariffs

Australia will ramp up protests against the Trump administration's "unjustified" proposed tariffs but diplomats face an up-hill battle to secure a carve-out.

Defence boss torpedoes 'trash' second-hand subs jibes

Defence boss torpedoes 'trash' second-hand subs jibes

Defence boss torpedoes 'trash' second-hand subs jibes

Defence boss torpedoes 'trash' second-hand subs jibes

Changes to the controversial AUKUS deal continue to draw fire, with a senator telling a parliamentary hearing Australia will be left with "trash" submarines.

Solomon Islands PM pledges 'reset' with Australia

Solomon Islands PM pledges 'reset' with Australia

Solomon Islands PM pledges 'reset' with Australia

Solomon Islands PM pledges 'reset' with Australia

After being elected on a promise of change, Solomon Islands' prime minister has signalled reversing his predecessors' pro-China stance on a visit to Canberra.

Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs

Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs

Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs

Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs

A group of current and ex-Labor figures including Peter Garrett are raising concerns about Australia's commitment to the AUKUS agreement with the US and UK.

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'Simpler' stopgap nuclear subs plan swaps new for used

Scrapping plans to buy new submarines from the United States is about making life easier for the Australian navy while also saving money, the government says.

New AUKUS project to develop unmanned undersea vehicles

A new AUKUS project to ‌develop ‌unmanned ⁠undersea vehicles has been announced by the US Secretary of Defence ‌Pete Hegseth.

Australia digs at China's low-key showing at Asia forum

For ⁠the second year running, China's Defence Minister Dong Jun has skipped the three-day ‌Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.

Russian ambassador summoned for 'unacceptable' threats

Threats from Russia to demolish buildings in Ukraine have led to its ambassador in Australia being hauled into DFAT for an explanation.

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No plan B - Hockey urges 'full press' on submarine deal

Australia's former US ambassador Joe Hockey has raised concerns about Washington's capacity to sell promised nuclear-powered submarines promised under AUKUS.

'Absolute hell': emotional return for flotilla group

A group of Australians who were detained by Israel after trying to deliver aid to Gaza have described harrowing experiences in custody as they arrived home.

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.

Putin and Xi hail ties and energy trade at China talks

China and Russia's leaders have shared warm words and stressed their growing trade and energy ties at a summit in Beijing just days after Donald Trump's visit.

'Terrifying': families in the dark after Aussies held

The families of 11 Australians detained by Israel while they tried to deliver aid to Gaza have been kept in the dark about their wellbeing for over 12 hours.

Ex-Top Gun pilot continues fight against extradition

A former US marine pilot accused of illegally training Chinese military personnel is appealing a court decision that paves the way for his extradition.

Taiwan presses case for US arms, Trump undecided

President Donald Trump says he's not decided whether to proceed with a major weapons sale, adding to uncertainty about US support for Taiwan.

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