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The Middle East war has intensified with an Iran-backed military group joining the conflict for the first time. Follow live for updates.
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A shocking twist in the US-Iran war is threatening to close another chokepoint, placing the region's oil exports at greater risk.
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Andrew Hastie has fired back at Donald Trump over his repeated accusations that Australia has not supported the US war against Iran.
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Australians in one of the world's busiest travel regions have been issued a stark warning amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Deputy Opposition leader Andrew Hastie has fired back at Donald Trump over his repeated accusations that Australia has not supported the US war against Iran.
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There has been an update in the search for Madeleine McCann, almost 19 years after the toddler went missing.
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The first of hundreds of state-of-the-art armoured war vehicles have rolled off the assembly line at a Queensland factory.
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Iran has given the US a deadline to condemn" one of its most recent attacks on Tehran - or students abroad will face the consequences. Follow live.
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Iran will allow ships from a single nation to move through the blocked Strait of Hormuz, as thousands of US troops arrive in the Middle East.
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A shocking murder has rocked Bali, with a tourist attacked by knife-wielding assassins on a motorbike in front of his partner on the street.
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Thousands of US troops have arrived in the Middle East onboard a warship, as Russia is accused of helping carry out attacks on US and UK bases.
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A world leader has accused Russia of providing Iran with intelligence to help carry out attacks on US and UK bases.
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Air Canada's CEO is facing mounting criticism over a condolence video message he released after a collision at LaGuardia Airport that killed two pilots.
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A clash over fuel security turned tense after Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles was repeatedly cut-off while live on-air.
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A country has made an extraordinary deal with Iran as the oil crisis continues to push up fuel prices worldwide. Follow live for updates.
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As he looks for ways to bring the war in the Middle East to and end, Donald Trump has reportedly made a call nobody saw coming.
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Several US soldiers have reportedly been wounded and multiple US planes have been damaged in an Iranian strike. Follow live.
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A terrorist group in a new nation has warned it would join the war in the Middle East if certain actions are taken. Follow live.
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Pentagon officials are reportedly in panic mode over America's arsenal of Tomahawk cruise missiles as the war nears a fifth week. Follow live.
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The Israel Defence Forces says its air force has struck a devastating blow to Iran, taking out one of its most central" facility for wreaking havoc.
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Iran's military has warned that hotels accommodating Americans in the Middle East will be targeted, saying we have to strike wherever they are".
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Iran's military has warned that hotels accommodating Americans in the Middle East will be targeted, saying we have to strike wherever they are".
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One of Iran's most feared proxy forces has released a new statement as fears grow over another of the world's most critical shipping lanes.
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The war in the Middle East has raised the threat for millions of travellers with authorities now warning of potential targeted attacks.
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Anthony Albanese has responded to the US President's latest criticism of Australia's response to the spiralling war with Iran.
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The hardliners" now in charge of Iran are reportedly more determined to seek nuclear weapons, and are preparing for a US ground attack.
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An Australian bishop has been appointed to one of the Vatican's most influential legal positions in Rome following a decision from Pope Leo XIV.
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Donald Trump has criticised Australia's response to the Iran war and made a big call on the future of the historic alliance.
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Labor has blasted the Greens over their stance on the Iran war, accusing the activist party of selective outrage".
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Publicly, Donald Trump says he's negotiating with Iran. Behind the scenes, he's reportedly inching closer to ordering a massive escalation.
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As the threat from China and Russia grows, Australia and Germany are looking to make it much easier" to host each other's troops.
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Australia has slammed Iran for attacking its neighbours and inflicting economic pain" on civilians with its blockade of Middle East oil.
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Donald Trump has slammed Australia for not doing enough to help in the Iran war, saying we were not great" and he was a little surprised". Follow live.
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Meta and YouTube have just lost a landmark court case about the addictive design of their platforms, a signal that accountability has arrived".
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Donald Trump makes ending the war with Iran sound simple. The moment you drill a little deeper, things get more complicated.
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Donald Trump has warned Iran's leaders to come to the negotiating table before it is too late", as the Islamic Republic's naval commander is killed.
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Donald Trump has warned that Iran better get serious soon" about talks with the US or face unspecified consequences, as the Islamic Republic's naval commander is killed.
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Australia has agreed a landmark trade deal worth billions. But not everyone is happy with the terms.
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Penny Wong has spoken with her Israeli counterpart over its plans for southern Lebanon, where more than 1000 Lebanese have been killed in strikes.
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As Aussie drivers battle a brutal and escalating fuel crisis, a viral video has revealed that China is having the last laugh as we suffer.
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As China and Russia strengthen military relations, Australia could host German troops under a deal in the works with Berlin.
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Energy Minister Chris Bowen has ruled on whether the government would consider a $40 fuel cap amid growing supply issues.
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New details into a deadly collision between a plane and a fire truck have been revealed, with officials urging against pointing fingers at controllers".
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The fatal plane crash at New York's LaGuardia Airport on Sunday night was entirely avoidable and likely caused by a miscommunication, experts say.
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The head of the world's largest asset manager worth $14 trillion says if this benchmark is hit, the entire world will quickly spiral out of control.
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Donald Trump's latest all-caps social media post has stirred up discontent in Israel. Analysts say he's slowly cottoning-on to the reality of the war.
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Smoke is rising above an oil refinery in the United States after an apparent explosion that rattled car windows" in the surrounding area.
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Donald Trump's representatives, including his son-in-law, are reportedly pushing for a weeks-long ceasefire with Iran.
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A freedom of information request has revealed how the Albanese government could roll out nationwide fuel rationing, with a key figure the only blocker.
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EU members may launch an operation in the Strait of Hormuz, it's been revealed, but only on one key condition.