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AUKUS deal slammed as 'one of worst policy decisions'

AUKUS deal slammed as 'one of worst policy decisions'

A former Labor foreign affairs minister has decried Australia's plan to acquire nuclear-powered submarines as a bad decision that will undermine security.

Risky gaps in guns registry noted years before Bondi

Risky gaps in guns registry noted years before Bondi

Risky gaps in guns registry noted years before Bondi

Risky gaps in guns registry noted years before Bondi

The Bondi Beach terror attack has prompted sweeping reform of a state's firearms licensing authority after 15 innocent people were fatally shot.

'Different environment' for police since Bondi attack

'Different environment' for police since Bondi attack

'Different environment' for police since Bondi attack

'Different environment' for police since Bondi attack

The deadly Bondi terror attack has changed the face of policing, with the NSW force now carrying long arm rifles in public in response to terrorism threats.

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'Likely' Hanukkah terror did not prompt extra policing

'Likely' Hanukkah terror did not prompt extra policing

A Jewish security group viewed terrorist attacks as likely in the lead-up to the Bondi massacre, but police did not carry out a threat assessment.

Taiwan presses case for US arms, Trump undecided

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.

Federal officials grilled over Nauru detention contract

Federal officials grilled over Nauru detention contract

The government has faced questions at a Senate inquiry over a more-than $700,000 agreement with a company linked to Nauru's president.

US to reduce troops in Germany 'a lot further', Trump

US to reduce troops in Germany 'a lot further', Trump

President Donald Trump has flagged he intends to withdraw more US troops from Germany than the 5000 already announced.

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Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia and Germany will make it easier for troops to operate from each other's countries as the two nations look at deepening defence co-operation.

Aussies told they may be abandoned in America First era

Aussies told they may be abandoned in America First era

Aussies told they may be abandoned in America First era

Aussies told they may be abandoned in America First era

Australians are being warned that the nation may no longer be able to rely on the United States for protection and it needs to become more self reliant.

Wars cause spike in security fears among young people

Wars cause spike in security fears among young people

Wars cause spike in security fears among young people

Wars cause spike in security fears among young people

A majority of Australians want the government to share more information about national security at a time of global crisis.

Australia warned to act fast on drone terror threat

Australia warned to act fast on drone terror threat

Australia warned to act fast on drone terror threat

Australia warned to act fast on drone terror threat

Drone-based terror attacks pose an increasing threat to Australia's national security and urgent action is needed, a report warns.

Australian businessman a Chinese spy asset, jury finds

Australian businessman a Chinese spy asset, jury finds

Australian businessman a Chinese spy asset, jury finds

Australian businessman a Chinese spy asset, jury finds

An Australian business owner has walked from court after being found guilty of recklessly helping Chinese intelligence for more than 15 months.

OpenAI details layered protections in US defence pact

OpenAI details layered protections in US defence pact

OpenAI details layered protections in US defence pact

OpenAI details layered protections in US defence pact

OpenAI says its defence deal with the Pentagon has more guardrails than any previous agreement for classified AI deployments, including Anthropic's.

Trump says US government to end Anthropic software use

Trump says US government to end Anthropic software use

Trump says US government to end Anthropic software use

Trump says US government to end Anthropic software use

US President Donald Trump has weighed in on the dispute between the Pentagon and OpenAI competitor Anthropic over the use of AI software in the US military.

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Trump on Iran: 'Sometimes you have to use force'

US President Donald Trump says he is not happy ‌with Iran, but still wants to make a deal with Tehran.

Prime minister evacuates residence over security scare

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from The Lodge after a bomb threat, but police have cleared the area and say there's no public threat.

Kyiv calls for military aid, warns of Russia in Pacific

Kyiv's top diplomat in Australia has issued a desperate plea for more military aid to stop the eradication of his country, asking for more consistent support.

Iran ready for concessions if US meets demands

Iran has flagged it's prepared to make concessions on its nuclear program if sanctions are lifted and its right to enrich uranium is recognised.

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Major first for navy workers with UK nuclear sub visit

The arrival of Britain's HMS Anson marks the first time Australian navy personnel will have the chance to work on a UK nuclear submarine on home shores.

UK PM Starmer urges closer defence ties with Europe

Keir Starmer is set to declare the Brexit years over for Britain as he signals the nation is ready to work with Europe to reduce NATO's dependence on the US.

'More than partners': PM signs landmark Indonesia pact

Australia and Indonesia will come to each other's aid if either nation comes under attack after inking a security partnership in Jakarta.

Pressure to widen the net on anti-vilification laws

The LGBTQI+ community and supporters are calling for hate speech laws to protect all minorities while acknowledging the need to crack down on anti-Semitism.

Taiwan vows to defend sovereignty after China's drills

President Lai Ching-te says China's military drills around Taiwan demonstrates the need for increasing defence procurement.

Terrorism, Middle East and China top Howard concerns

Previously secret cabinet documents shed new light on the defence and national security decisions made by the Howard government, 20 years ago.

Aussie travellers to give up socials crossing US border

Travelling to the United States without a visa will require Australians to give their social media accounts in the latest Trump move on American borders.

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