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Israel strikes back at Lebanon after Hezbollah attack

Israel strikes back at Lebanon after Hezbollah attack

Residents in Beirut heard drones flying overhead as Lebanon's official news agency reported Israel had renewed strikes in southern Lebanon.

Germany's Scholz pledges Ukraine aid in surprise visit

Germany's Scholz pledges Ukraine aid in surprise visit

Germany's Scholz pledges Ukraine aid in surprise visit

Germany's Scholz pledges Ukraine aid in surprise visit

A day after EU officials arrived in Kyiv to show support for Ukraine in its fight with Russia, German leader Olaf Sholz has visited promising more military aid.

At least 25 dead as Syrian, Russian jets bomb rebels

At least 25 dead as Syrian, Russian jets bomb rebels

At least 25 dead as Syrian, Russian jets bomb rebels

At least 25 dead as Syrian, Russian jets bomb rebels

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has vowed to crush jihadist rebels who had swept into the city of Aleppo in the country's northwest.

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Egypt hosts Hamas in new Gaza Strip ceasefire push

Egypt hosts Hamas in new Gaza Strip ceasefire push

A US official has talked up the chances of a potential ceasefire and hostage deal in the Gaza Strip as a Hamas delegation visits Egypt.

Top EU officials visit Ukraine in show of solidarity

Top EU officials visit Ukraine in show of solidarity

Three major European Union officials are visiting Ukraine as the country's forces struggle to fend off a grinding Russian offensive.

Israeli strikes kill 15 in Gaza, looting hampers aid

Israeli strikes kill 15 in Gaza, looting hampers aid

Two children have been killed in an Israeli strike on an encampment in Gaza, medics say, as looting halts aid deliveries through Kerem Shalom crossing.

Syria's Aleppo a battleground again as rebels take hold

Syria's Aleppo a battleground again as rebels take hold

Islamist insurgents have stormed Syria's northwestern city of Aleppo, as the nation's military makes plans for a counteroffensive.

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Georgia protesters in third night of demonstrations

Georgia protesters in third night of demonstrations

Georgia protesters in third night of demonstrations

Georgia protesters in third night of demonstrations

Police in Georgia have used heavy force to crack down on people protesting the government’s decision to suspend negotiations to join the European Union.

Ex-Israeli minister denied a visa 'to stop hatred'

Ex-Israeli minister denied a visa 'to stop hatred'

Ex-Israeli minister denied a visa 'to stop hatred'

Ex-Israeli minister denied a visa 'to stop hatred'

Immigration minister Tony Burke has defended knocking back a visa to enter Australia for an ex-Israeli justice minister, saying his reasoning was simple.

Ukraine says war has damaged most civilian airports

Ukraine says war has damaged most civilian airports

Ukraine says war has damaged most civilian airports

Ukraine says war has damaged most civilian airports

The Ukrainian military says heavy fighting is occurring along the front lines in the eastern Donbas region as Russia continues to launch attacks.

Russia has right to defend against Ukraine: Kim Jong-un

Russia has right to defend against Ukraine: Kim Jong-un

Russia has right to defend against Ukraine: Kim Jong-un

Russia has right to defend against Ukraine: Kim Jong-un

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un says 'the West made Kyiv authorities attack Russia's territory' and Russia should take action, according to state media.

Ukraine commander vows to boost troops on eastern front

Ukraine commander vows to boost troops on eastern front

Ukraine commander vows to boost troops on eastern front

Ukraine commander vows to boost troops on eastern front

Ukrainian forces are continuing to repel Russian advances on the country's eastern front, army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi says.

Medics report 19 dead as Israeli tanks leave Gaza camp

Medics report 19 dead as Israeli tanks leave Gaza camp

Medics report 19 dead as Israeli tanks leave Gaza camp

Medics report 19 dead as Israeli tanks leave Gaza camp

Medics say they have recovered 19 bodies of Palestinians killed in northern areas of Nuseirat as Israeli tanks withdrew from some parts of the refugee camp.

Jets bomb northwest Syria areas held by Islamist rebels

Jets bomb northwest Syria areas held by Islamist rebels

Jets bomb northwest Syria areas held by Islamist rebels

Jets bomb northwest Syria areas held by Islamist rebels

Russia and Syria have joined forces to bomb the rebel-held northwest of Syria, and push back an insurgent offensive.

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Russia hits Ukraine energy facilities in massive attack

A massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure by Russia has cut power to more than one million people across the country.

Israel, Hezbollah accused of violating 60-day ceasefire

Hours after Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, both sides are accusing the other of violating the pact.

Lebanese returning as Israel-Hezbollah truce holds

Displaced Lebanese people have been heading toward home, as an Israeli-Hezbollah truce is hailed as a 'first ray of hope' by the UN chief.

Trump selects special envoy for Ukraine and Russia

Incoming US President Donald Trump has chosen one of the architects of an 'America First' policy, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia.

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US urges Ukraine to draft 18-year-olds to bolster ranks

A senior US official wants the Ukrainian government to increase the size of its army by drafting more troops and allowing for the conscription of 18-year-olds.

Police arrest 1000 amid Pakistan demos over ex-PM Khan

Almost 1000 supporters of jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan have been arrested following clashes in Islamabad.

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds in first hours

A ceasefire accord has cleared the way for an end to a conflict across the Israeli-Lebanese border that was ignited by the larger Gaza war in 2023.

Gaza aid demand echoes as ceasefire in Lebanon welcomed

Australians with families in the Middle East have cautiously welcomed a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon-based listed terror group Hezbollah.

Russia accelerates advance in Ukraine's east

Russian forces that control 18 per cent of Ukraine are advancing at their fastest pace since early 2022, according to analysts.

Israel expected to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah

Lebanese sources say a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah is near and expected to be announced by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron.

Russian drones, missiles hit Kyiv and Kharkiv

Ukrainian officials say about 30 people have been injured in Russian missile attacks on Kharkiv and Odesa.

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