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US and Iran hold nuclear talks as threat of war looms

US and Iran hold nuclear talks as threat of war looms

The US and Iran are holding talks about Iran’s nuclear program as the US ramps up its military presence in the Middle East and Iran holds maritime drills.

Rubio says US is 'child of Europe', critical friend

Rubio says US is 'child of Europe', critical friend

Rubio says US is 'child of Europe', critical friend

Rubio says US is 'child of Europe', critical friend

US Secretary of State Mark Rubio received a standing ovation after seemingly reaffirming a strong relationship with Europe.

US's Rubio reassures Europe on trans-Atlantic ties

US's Rubio reassures Europe on trans-Atlantic ties

US's Rubio reassures Europe on trans-Atlantic ties

US's Rubio reassures Europe on trans-Atlantic ties

The US and Europe belong together, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told a security forum, as he both soothed and needled officials about the alliance.

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Activists vow 'uncomfortable' trip for Israel president

Activists vow 'uncomfortable' trip for Israel president

Australia's pro-Palestine movement is attempting to turn up the heat on the Albanese government ahead of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit.

'No better hands': Rudd successor named for US post

'No better hands': Rudd successor named for US post

Australia's next ambassador to the US has been welcomed as the right person to drive progress on the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal.

Aussie ex-detainee's dire warning for 'vulnerable' Iran

Aussie ex-detainee's dire warning for 'vulnerable' Iran

Tehran's decades-old dictatorship could be about to topple, says an Australian expert who was jailed for 804 days by the Iranian regime.

Zelenskiy hopeful of new Trump meeting in peace talks

Zelenskiy hopeful of new Trump meeting in peace talks

A meeting with US President Donald Trump will happen "in the near future", Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.

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How WWII diggers kept the Ashes alive in POW camps

How WWII diggers kept the Ashes alive in POW camps

How WWII diggers kept the Ashes alive in POW camps

How WWII diggers kept the Ashes alive in POW camps

Cricket played behind the barbed wire in German prisoner-of-war camps in World War II was a huge morale booster for diggers, diaries and scorebooks show.

Rapid tech uptake as diggers aim to bring down drones

Rapid tech uptake as diggers aim to bring down drones

Rapid tech uptake as diggers aim to bring down drones

Rapid tech uptake as diggers aim to bring down drones

Drone technology has transformed the modern battlefield and the Australian Defence Force is moving quickly to protect its soldiers and citizens.

Pope urges faith leaders to unite for peace in Lebanon

Pope urges faith leaders to unite for peace in Lebanon

Pope urges faith leaders to unite for peace in Lebanon

Pope urges faith leaders to unite for peace in Lebanon

Pope Leo is near the end of his first overseas trip as pontiff, visiting Turkey and Lebanon, where he has championed the advancement of religious unity.

Russian forces roll Mad Max-style into Ukraine's east

Russian forces roll Mad Max-style into Ukraine's east

Russian forces roll Mad Max-style into Ukraine's east

Russian forces roll Mad Max-style into Ukraine's east

Moscow says taking Pokrovsk will give it a platform to drive north towards the two biggest remaining Ukrainian-controlled cities in the Donetsk region.

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

One of the royal family's hardest-working members will arrive in Australia less than a fortnight after the King stripped a prince of his title.

Gaza in a 'race against time,' Australian doctors say

Gaza in a 'race against time,' Australian doctors say

Gaza in a 'race against time,' Australian doctors say

Gaza in a 'race against time,' Australian doctors say

Australian doctors in Gaza have shared their hopes and fears for the Palestinian enclave amid a shaky ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Show us the money: defence urged to buy local

Show us the money: defence urged to buy local

Show us the money: defence urged to buy local

Show us the money: defence urged to buy local

The defence force should change the way it chooses military hardware to better support Australian businesses, a key lobby group says.

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Focus turns to lasting peace as ceasefire deal hailed

Community and political leaders have expressed relief at a ceasefire deal on Gaza and hope for rebuilding social cohesion in Australia.

Trump peace deal hailed as crucial step to end Gaza war

Donald Trump's 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza now has the backing of Israel and Hamas, drawing praise from Australia's political leaders.

Trump is 'very disappointed' with Putin over Ukraine

Donald Trump says the US will take action to reduce deaths in Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia is building up its troops on the war's frontline.

'Sick and tired': Gaza protests ramp up pressure on PM

Anthony Albanese has downplayed Canberra's ability to influence Israel after hundreds of thousands of Australians rallied for peace in Palestine.

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Ukraine told to give up on NATO, Crimea ahead of summit

A momentous meeting looms as Donald Trump pressures Ukraine's leader to abandon hope of reclaiming Crimea or joining NATO in order to reach a deal with Russia.

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

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

'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 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

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.

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