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Tales of the jungle: how WWII's eyes and ears endured

Tales of the jungle: how WWII's eyes and ears endured

Facing the threat of Japanese invaders, World War II veterans who provided support to frontline troops were subjected to unbearable conditions.

'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

Australia and western allies are urging Israel to abandon plans to re-invade and take total control of Gaza City, warning it will breach international law.

Russia's Navy Day scaled-down after Ukraine attack

Russia's Navy Day scaled-down after Ukraine attack

Russia's Navy Day scaled-down after Ukraine attack

Russia's Navy Day scaled-down after Ukraine attack

Russia has scaled down its Navy Day celebrations due to security concerns from ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks.

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'Heartbroken' PM says Israel breached international law

'Heartbroken' PM says Israel breached international law

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused Israel of denying aid to starving Gazans but says Australia is not about to move to recognising a Palestinian state.

Russia agrees to Istanbul talks with Ukraine

Russia agrees to Istanbul talks with Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine will hold talks in Istanbul, with the meeting focused on the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war and children abducted by Russia.

'No other option': desperate plea from stranded Aussies

'No other option': desperate plea from stranded Aussies

As Australians return home from the Middle East, a family stranded in Iran says it has no way to flee after receiving advice to cross international borders.

NATO commits to higher spending and collective defence

NATO commits to higher spending and collective defence

NATO leaders have agreed to a massive hike in defence spending after pressure from US President Donald Trump and restated their commitment to mutual defence.

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Japanese submarine from WWII attack may have been found

Japanese submarine from WWII attack may have been found

Japanese submarine from WWII attack may have been found

Japanese submarine from WWII attack may have been found

A submarine that destroyed an Allied warship in Newcastle in 1942 might have been found off the coast of Coffs Harbour.

Saudi crown prince meets Trump at start of Mideast tour

Saudi crown prince meets Trump at start of Mideast tour

Saudi crown prince meets Trump at start of Mideast tour

Saudi crown prince meets Trump at start of Mideast tour

US President Donald Trump has met Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler as he opens his tour of the Gulf, where he's expected to hold talks and announce deals.

Full life of former POW marked with state farewell

Full life of former POW marked with state farewell

Full life of former POW marked with state farewell

Full life of former POW marked with state farewell

The streets of a state capital have been lined with people who turned out to honour one of the nation's last surviving World War II prisoners of war.

Russia marks end of WWII as Ukraine war grinds on

Russia marks end of WWII as Ukraine war grinds on

Russia marks end of WWII as Ukraine war grinds on

Russia marks end of WWII as Ukraine war grinds on

Vladimir Putin is hosting leaders such as China's Xi Jinping in Moscow to commemorate victory in World War II amid tight security and a ceasefire with Ukraine.

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

The heroism of Australian women dedicated to saving war's most vulnerable victims has been remembered at a memorial service marking an unimaginable tragedy.

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

The remains of four World War I soldiers have been discovered by a dedicated team during a fieldwork activity in northern France ahead of Anzac Day.

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

Protesters will take to major universities demanding they cut ties with Israel and weapon manufacturers, and railing against a new definition of anti-Semitism.

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Trump speech boasts of 'swift and unrelenting' action

"America is back," President Donald Trump has told Congress as credited his "swift and unrelenting action" during a tumultuous return to the White House.

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.

Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine reaches the three-year mark, Ukrainians and their supporters have turned out to show their resistance will never falter.

Jews send message of solidarity for 500-day milestone

Jewish Australians have sent a message of solidarity with their Israeli counterparts, demanding Hamas release all hostages as the conflict reaches its 500 days.

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Ukraine vows to negotiate exchange for captured Aussie

Ukraine has promised to help secure the release of Australian Oscar Jenkins, reiterating its gratitude to Australia for aiding its fight against Russia.

US, Europe must attend talks to end war, Zelenskiy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called for no let up in sanctions pressure on Russia, saying any respite would increase the risk of a second invasion.

Hamas release four Israeli hostages in second swap

Hamas has released four young female Israeli soldiers after more than 15 months in captivity.

'My heart aches': survivors reflect on Gaza ceasefire

Members of Australia's Palestinian and Jewish communities are mourning those left behind and worried about loved ones as a ceasefire looms in Gaza.

Zelenskiy ready to exchange North Korean soldiers

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he's ready to exchange North Korean soldiers for Ukrainians held in Russia.

Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia's role

Newly released Iraq War documents reveal flawed decision-making by Australia, sparking calls for transparency and accountability in military commitments

Howard confronts Iraq War call as documents unearthed

Previously secret documents show concerns over a wheat scandal derailing Australia's commercial interests and plans to reshape Iraq as a free-market haven.

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