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'Over-prepared': PM's pledge on growing fuel crisis

'Over-prepared': PM's pledge on growing fuel crisis

Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

Anthony Albanese has criticised attacks in LNG plants in Qatar by Iran, as he indicates he can see the conflict reaching a conclusion.

At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon

At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon

At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon

At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon

Fears are growing that cutting off southern Lebanon from the rest of the country could pave the way for a large-scale Israeli military operations.

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Pakistan and Afghan pause fighting for Eid

Pakistan and Afghan pause fighting for Eid

Bulldozers are digging pits in a cemetery in Kabul in order to bury the hundreds allegedly killed in a Pakistani air strike as both sides down arms for Eid.

At least 17 die in fighting on Sudan-Chad border

At least 17 die in fighting on Sudan-Chad border

Attacks on a town along Sudan’s border with Chad have killed at least 17 people and injured 123, MSF says.

Iran attacks Israel as war expands with Beirut battered

Iran attacks Israel as war expands with Beirut battered

Iran has lashed out after the killing of one of its top leaders in an air strike, with attacks on its Gulf neighbours and Israel.

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Fresh modelling shows oil price shocks and soaring prices for other commodities will have a lasting impact on Australia's economy.

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Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine

Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine

Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine

Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has addressed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and MPs in London, calling Russia and Iran "brothers in hatred".

Tankers 'starting to dribble through' strait, US says

Tankers 'starting to dribble through' strait, US says

Tankers 'starting to dribble through' strait, US says

Tankers 'starting to dribble through' strait, US says

White House economic ‌adviser Kevin Hassett says oil tankers are starting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and the Iran war will likely end within weeks.

Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised

Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised

Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised

Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised

The Israeli military says it's targeting "Iranian regime infrastructure" with a new wave of strikes across Tehran.

Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Defence and foreign ministers from Australia and New Zealand have outlined a decade-long military plan as both nations lauded the strong relationship.

Mystery over Oscar-winner Sean Penn's absence revealed

Mystery over Oscar-winner Sean Penn's absence revealed

Mystery over Oscar-winner Sean Penn's absence revealed

Mystery over Oscar-winner Sean Penn's absence revealed

Sean Penn skipped the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's night of nights and the chance to collect his third Academy Award, choosing instead to visit a war zone.

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

The closure of one of the world's most important oil corridors continues to wreak economic havoc but Australia's navy is unlikely to join efforts to reopen it.

Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital

Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital

Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital

Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital

Afghanistan’s Taliban government has accused Pakistan of targeting a Kabul rehabilitation hospital with airstrikes, killing more than 400 people.

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Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.

Russia has taken 12 settlements in Ukraine: general

A Russian general says his troops are making advances on major Ukrainian towns, while Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine forces are disrupting Russia's offensive.

Hamas holds talks with peace board over Gaza Strip plan

Reports say Hamas members have met delegates from US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" in Egypt to discuss the future of the Gaza Strip.

Fuel tax cut urged to avoid fruit 'rotting on trees'

As some country towns face major petrol shortages, pressure is mounting on the federal government to intervene to bring down fuel prices.

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Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return

As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.

Oil shock further reason for tax reform, spending cuts

An economic downturn might be needed to bring inflation back to target, economists warn, but the government can help with spending cuts and productivity reform.

Energy markets face uncertain environment: oil producer

The war in the Middle East is having wide-ranging impacts on markets, oil and gas producer Woodside has told investors at its annual sustainability briefing.

Trump demands help to secure vital Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump is demanding the seven nations that heavily rely on oil from the Gulf rally behind his call to protect tankers in the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

Emergency global stockpile oil coming soon, IEA says

Emergency oil reserves from Asia and Oceania ‌will be available immediately, the International Energy ‌Agency says as it details the release of stockpiles.

Israeli forces kill 16 in Gaza Strip, West Bank: medics

Israeli ‌strikes have ⁠killed 12 people in the centre of the Gaza Strip, medics say while four members of a family were reportedly killed in the West Bank.

Ukraine 'waiting' on US, Russia for next round of talks

Ukraine is ready for the next round of peace talks but is waiting for a response from the United States and Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.

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