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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.

Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates

Donald Trump has vowed to obliterate Iran's energy facilities if it doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran says the waterway is open to all but "enemies".

Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US

Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US

Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US

Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US

Ukrainian and US negotiators are holding new talks in Florida as Russian strikes on infrastructure continue leaving two people dead and thousands without power.

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Rebirth, renewal: Iranian diaspora's wish for new year

Rebirth, renewal: Iranian diaspora's wish for new year

Members of Australia's Iranian diaspora are hoping for renewal in their war-torn homeland as they bring in the new year.

Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends in the Marines

Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends in the Marines

The US has announced that 2500 Marines, along with an amphibious assault ship, and accompanying warships will deploy to the Middle East.

Fuel companies warned to give Aussies fair go at bowser

Fuel companies warned to give Aussies fair go at bowser

To address fuel availability issues at service stations, companies will be allowed to co-ordinate with each other on supply but not prices.

US and Ukrainian negotiators to discuss drone deal

US and Ukrainian negotiators to discuss drone deal

A Ukrainian delegation is expected to hold talks with US representatives in Miami on several topics including a potential deal on military drones.

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Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran

Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran

Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran

Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran

Israel and Iran have launched fresh attacks on each other, a ‌day after Tehran struck an Israeli oil refinery.

Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel

Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel

Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel

Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel

As dozens of servos run dry of petrol and diesel, the nation's road commuters are being told to go slower or even stay at home to ease the pain of fuel shocks.

Trump calls for Japan, NATO to 'step up' on Iran

Trump calls for Japan, NATO to 'step up' on Iran

Trump calls for Japan, NATO to 'step up' on Iran

Trump calls for Japan, NATO to 'step up' on Iran

Donald Trump has defended the secrecy of the US campaign in Iran by invoking Japan's attack on Pearl Harbour during a meeting with the Japanese prime minister.

Zelenskiy says new Ukraine peace talks planned in US

Zelenskiy says new Ukraine peace talks planned in US

Zelenskiy says new Ukraine peace talks planned in US

Zelenskiy says new Ukraine peace talks planned in US

A Ukrainian negotiating team is on its way to the United States for weekend talks, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.

Israel reopens Gaza Strip crossing amid new truce push

Israel reopens Gaza Strip crossing amid new truce push

Israel reopens Gaza Strip crossing amid new truce push

Israel reopens Gaza Strip crossing amid new truce push

Some wounded residents of the Gaza Strip will be able to leave the enclave after Israeli authorities opened the Rafah crossing.

Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike

Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike

Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike

Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike

The latest escalation ‌in the Iran war heightens the disruption of global energy supplies that has raised the political stakes for US President Donald Trump.

Ukraine-Russia talks paused amid Iran war: report

Ukraine-Russia talks paused amid Iran war: report

Ukraine-Russia talks paused amid Iran war: report

Ukraine-Russia talks paused amid Iran war: report

The Kremlin has reportedly ‌confirmed a pause on peace talks over Ukraine, adding the Iran war could push Kyiv towards compromise.

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'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

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

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.

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.

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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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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