Labor, Coalition battle on national security
Australia’s position in the world is growing darker and now Labor and the Coalition will battle for votes on who can be trusted on national security. Here are the key policies.
Military
Big update after soldier’s ‘murder confession’
The handling of this Aussie soldier’s death was plagued by shocking mistakes and now another stumbling block has come to light.
Wife’s shock at alleged ‘murder’ confession
The widow of an Australian soldier has asked the coroner to reopen her husband’s coronial inquest after another serviceman allegedly confessed to killing him.
Chilling call to mum: ‘He’s been murdered’
“Your son’s been murdered,” the anonymous caller on the other end of the phone told her. Authorities refuse to investigate.
Putin’s chilling message to 160,000 men
Russia has been called out for an eyebrow-raising statement after Vladimir Putin signed off on a haunting decree.
‘Parasite’: Beijing fury as warships mass
China has been heavily criticised for “escalatory behaviour” after deploying dozens of military vehicles to practice “precision strikes” near Taiwan.
‘Killed him’: Aussie soldier’s shock new claim
The handling of this Aussie soldier’s shock death has been a disaster from the start. And now authorities are refusing to investigate the latest bombshell allegation.
Missing US soldiers found dead in swamp
The bodies of three US soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have been found in a swamp. The search for a fourth soldier continues.
Pilot flying aircraft during crash identified
SkyAces airman Glenn Collins, a champion pilot, remains in a critical condition after a crash during a four-plane aerobatic display.
‘I’m hit!’: Wild footage of Aussies in Ukraine
Intense footage of an Aussie soldier being wounded in a drone strike while fighting in Ukraine has been released among clips of his secretive missions.
Eerie satellite picture sparks invasion fears
An image taken near the home of China’s South Sea Fleet has prompted dire predictions from defence analysts who believe it could be a precursor to war.
Four US soldiers killed after going missing
Details have emerged surrounding the deaths of four US Army soldiers in Lithuania after they disappeared from a training site near the border.
‘Dark shadow’ sparks $50bn defence spend
Jim Chalmers said the world was in a ‘dangerous place right now,’ while backing Australia’s $50.3bn boost to defence spending.
Fresh warning as China sparks arms race
A massive arms race is sweeping the Asia-Pacific region as countries like Australia grow alarmed over the China threat.
Entire continent gears up for WW3
Europe is gearing up for World War III with survival guides, nuclear bunkers and conscription plans to survive a Russian invasion.
Protester tackled at Dutton speech
A protester has been tackled into the crowd after interrupting Peter Dutton’s speech, with another accusing him of ‘lying to the Australian people’.
‘2027 invasion’: Nation prepares for war
A nation nursing tense relations with China has announced its next move to prepare for a potential 2027 invasion.
‘Stop’: Qantas boss’ dark warning to Aussies
Qantas chairman John Mullen has issued a stark warning that our way of life could simply “stop” in a serious international emergency.
Albo to join world leaders’ peace call
World leaders are set to discuss a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, amid questions over whether Australia would commit boots on the ground.
Lambie slammed for wild Pine Gap threat
A former top Canberra boffin has blasted a call from senator Jacqui Lambie to use Australia’s Pine Gap intelligence asset to hit back at Donald Trump.
Powerful send off for Kiwi killed in Ukraine
A Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine has been honoured in an emotional ceremony, with soldiers performing a Haka in front of his coffin.
‘Boot ‘em’: Senator’s jaw-dropping US demand
A renegade senator has demanded Anthony Albanese hit America where it hurts in response to ‘disloyal’ Donald Trump’s treatment of Australia.
Horrifying image from the English Channel
As tensions in Europe flare up over the war in Ukraine, a chilling image has been taken on the English Channel.
Albo opens fire on ‘authoritarian’ Putin
Anthony Albanese has lashed Vladimir Putin in fiery remarks reaffirming Australia’s support for Ukraine.
Huge AUKUS move amid China splurge
The Albanese government is launching an AUKUS game plan for Australian industry against a backdrop of higher defence spending in China.
Albo’s huge call on troops in Ukraine
Anthony Albanese has hinted Australian troops may be in Ukraine as Western countries deepen support for Kyiv.
‘Do what he wants’: Aussies warned on Musk
A US tech expert has warned Australia about the world’s richest man and Donald Trump confidant Elon Musk and using his Starlink satellite network.
China’s sick taunt after warship farce
Chairman Xi Jinping has “deliberately” threatened Australia – and now, China is doubling down on its attacks.
‘Chilling silence’ as Australia threatened
Chairman Xi Jinping has just deliberately threatened Australia – and it revealed something truly horrifying about us.
‘No reason’: China not sorry for warship saga
China’s ambassador to Australia says Beijing did not break any rules in its live fire drills in the Tasman Sea, and there is “no reason” for an apology.
Twist in China warships saga
Richard Marles has downplayed concerns over communication around the Chinese warships lurking off Australia’s coast, while conceding one key detail.
‘90 minutes’: Horror China warship details
The more details that emerge about the Chinese warships off the coast of Sydney, the more worrying the situation gets.
‘Apex predator’: Nuclear-powered sub on show
The US navy Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota is moored at HMAS Stirling in WA kicking off the first of two fast-attack submarine visits this year.
Why ADF missed China warship message
The Chief of the Defence Force has revealed why a Virgin Australia pilot found out about the Chinese live fire drills before the military.
‘Stuffed’: Lambie’s chilling China warning
As three Chinese warships re-enter Australian waters, firebrand senator Jacqui Lambie has issued a not-so-subtle warning.
‘Weird’: Key feature of Taipan kit reviewed
A key piece of software for pilots of Taipan helicopters had been under scrutiny for several years before a crash that killed four soldiers, inquiry told.
Fatal army crash: ‘Something’s gone wrong’
Soldiers on a helicopter exercise that killed four colleagues had to be subpoenaed to speak to investigators, an inquest has been told.
‘1000km missiles’: Scary new warship detail
A scary new detail on the “extremely capable” firepower of Chinese warships that conducted live fire testing off the coast of Australia has emerged.
Major update on Chinese warships live fire
Defence has provided a significant update after commercial flights were warned after China warships undertook live fire testing in waters off Australia.
‘Volatile’: Grim call after spy chief’s warning
Australians are being urged to be “vigilant” after the country’s domestic spy chief dropped a bombshell warning.
Warships ‘spotted off Sydney’
The Australian Navy is reportedly closely monitoring a Chinese naval task group sailing 150 nautical miles east of Sydney.
‘Dead man’: Cruel joke in Aussie POW video
Another video of Australian prisoner of war Oscar Jenkins has emerged online showing his Russian captors making a cruel joke.
New video of Aussie POW sparks demands
The Kremlin is facing fresh demands to release Oscar Jenkins after a new video of the Australian POW emerged on social media.
‘Hostile’: Chilling sight in Aussie waters
The shocking arrival of Chinese warships in Aussie waters sparked widespread panic. And it could be just the start of things to come.
‘Stop it’: China furious at Australia
Beijing has reacted furiously to Canberra’s complaint after flares were dropped on a RAAF jet, saying Australia had “deliberately intruded”.
Lambie’s relief at changes for veterans
The changes are set to streamline the process for veterans applying for their entitlements after a recommendation of the royal commission.
200 bombs found under children’s playground
Parents have been left horrified after discovering something very sinister underneath their local children’s playground.
ABC’s apology to former Aussie soldier
An independent review of ABC war crime reporting that sparked criticism for editing gunshot footage has found the broadcaster failed in its duty to its audience.
Marles’ high stakes AUKUS meeting
Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles is heading to Washington DC to talk AUKUS with his new counterpart in Donald Trump’s administration.
Wild US plan if Trump is assassinated
Amid the storm of backlash over his Gaza comments, Donald Trump has now reignited tensions with another Middle Eastern superpower.
‘Go and fight’: Kremlin’s wild claim
The Kremlin’s claim against Canberra comes after Russian officials dragged their heels confirming Australian POW Oscar Jenkins is alive.
Terrifying incident shows America’s new war
One of Donald Trump’s major executive orders could spark devastating unintended consequences from a threat lurking right now deep inside America.
Grim warning ‘Trump’s Vietnam’ is near
First, he promised to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine “on day one”. Today, Donald Trump didn’t mention it at all.
Major step reached in AUKUS deal
The AUKUS agreement has reached another early milestone in the days before the second inauguration of incoming US president Donald Trump.
Grim theory Aussie ‘executed by orcs’
The Aussie schoolteacher turned Ukrainian freedom fighter might have been dead for weeks, as horror details have emerged about his time as a prisoner.
Satellite pics spark ‘invasion’ panic
It’s long been considered the final “red flag” for Beijing’s plans to invade Taiwan. Now, satellite photos have revealed a scary development.
Veteran’s touching tribute to Aussie heroes
Afghanistan veteran Sean Halfpenny, who discovered painting during his recovery from PTSD, will pay tribute to two local heroes in a major artwork.
China pics that should terrify the world
Beijing has stunned the world with secret new combat aircraft spotted in Chinese skies in recent weeks. And they’ve left experts stumped.
‘Witness the killing’: Terrorist’s chilling act
The suspected terrorist behind a deadly New Year’s attack recorded a chilling video message to his family beforehand.
Ominous secret Putin documents leaked
Top-secret Russian military documents reveal how Vladimir Putin is planning to exploit the chaos caused by any invasion of Taiwan by China.
‘Sheep, goats’: Terrorist’s chilling downfall
Disturbing details are emerging about the suspected terrorist who slammed a pick-up truck into a crowd of New Year revellers in New Orleans.
Israel kills leader of brutal October 7 attack
An elite Hamas commander who led one of the most horrific attacks on Israel on October 7 has been killed in a targeted strike.
Top secret Iraq war docs revealed
The release of previously private documents revealed top secret discussions around Australia’s continued involvement in the Iraq War.
‘Threat’: Russia caught in sneaky act
A probe into underwater “sabotage” by a Russian-linked vessel has found almost 100km of anchor drag on the Baltic seabed.
Russia brutally rejects Trump’s Ukraine plan
Russia’s foreign minister has rejected the peace proposal being floated around by President-elect Donald Trump’s team to end the war in Ukraine.
Alarming footage of new Chinese stealth jet
Alarming new videos show a possible new Chinese stealth jet — which could indicate the nation is unveiling a 6th-generation fighter.
‘Living Nostradamus’ makes grim prediction
A self-proclaimed paranormal expert and fortune teller has updated his followers with a disturbing prediction that “the worst is yet to come”.
Major China move shocks the world
The stunning sacking of China’s top military officials has sent shockwaves through the world’s largest military.
Weird detail in Navy’s $120k job ad
The Australian Navy is advertising roles with a hefty salary and generous benefits – but there’s an interesting detail that’s sure to raise some eyebrows.
‘Truman Show’: Spies say everything is fake
Two former senior spies have revealed how they “create a pretend world” where “we’re the main actors”, likening it to The Truman Show.
Horror footage of Aussie teacher emerges
A 32-year-old Aussie teacher has been captured by Russians, with distressing footage showing him being interrogated, slapped and paraded.
Ukraine lifts lid on terrifying new ‘trident laser’
Ukraine has announced a massive leap forward in their defence capabilities, lifting the lid on an ominous new weapon in the hope to turn the tide.
Most terrifying theory about mystery drones
Mysterious drones continue to plague the US as the government offers no answers — leading to one very disturbing theory.
Mystery drones appear in US, FBI slammed
Mystery drones are “wreaking havoc all across” the US, but it’s the FBI’s repsonse that has left many baffled.
‘We’re going to lose’: Horror Ukraine warning
An Aussie fighting alongside Ukrainians inside Russia has been lifting the lid on the reality of the war. Now, there’s a devastating update.
Commander’s shock martial law confession
A senior commander has come forward with a painful confession following South Korea’s farcical fling with martial law last week.
Horrific death toll in Ukraine revealed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed the horrific death toll of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
‘High alert’: Scary scenes as nations on brink
Both sides have dramatically increased their military readiness as tensions reach a frightening new level.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australia has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australian has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
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