Chilling scenes as thousands of troops move
Around 2500 soldiers and police have been mobilised for a high-profile operation in an ongoing gang crackdown, with the President vowing to “extract every last one”.
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AUKUS timeline in question after UK fire
A fire at a major UK shipyard has sparked concerns about whether the AUKUS submarines will be delivered on time.
‘Missile age’: Australia’s $74bn defence plan
Australia will pump tens of billions of dollars into boosting its defences as the country slides into a “new Indo-Pacific missile age”.
‘Terrorist act’: Ambassador reacts to attack
Iran’s ambassador to Australia has launched yet another verbal attack on Israel, labelling air strikes a “terrorist act”.
Aussie mercenary’s chilling warning to world
An Australian mercenary fighting in Ukraine says indescribable horrors are taking place and warned the world things are “about to get really bad”.
Satellite photos reveal chilling China move
Damning new images have revealed Beijing is building a network of stealth-penetrating radars in a fresh bid to seize control of a crucial region.
‘Skin you!’: Drone fires at Aussies in war zone
Incredible footage shows fired up Australians screaming with passion as a suspected killer drone bears down on them in a war zone.
Spooky image sparks global firestorm
A picture taken on the battlefield has poured fuel on the fire of one of the world’s biggest geopolitical scandals this week.
Australia’s $7 billion move amid ‘arms race’
Australia is spending billions on defence upgrades as it contests a regional “arms race”.
Mystery over Australia’s top-secret move
International experts are “unpicking bureaucratic word games” to uncover whether Australia was involved in a high-profile military move.
Chilling plan to freeze nation to death
The reality for Ukraine has been laid bare as winter approaches, with the next few months shaping into a make-or-break scenario.
‘Swarms’: Disturbing sight in US skies
The Pentagon is scrambling after midnight swarms of unidentified objects breached several of its most sensitive bases, sparking chaos.
Chaos as North Korean soldiers go AWOL
Russia’s plan with Kim Jong Un has been heralded as “the first step to a world war”, but it appears their partnership is off to a rocky start.
‘Falsehoods’: Test pilot’s warning ignored
A test pilot who broke ranks to raise the alarm about his safety concerns with the MHR-90 Taipan helicopter says he knew someone would die if they weren’t addressed.
Bombshell claim at Taipan crash hearing
A lead investigator into the deaths of four Defence officers believes the Army tried to “control the narrative” of the police investigation into the horror helicopter crash.
‘As long as it takes’: Australia’s Ukraine pledge
Australia has made a big pledge to Ukraine as it continues to fight back against invading Russian forces.
‘Perpetual crisis’: Border Force chief’s warning
The outgoing Australian Border Force chief has warned globalisation is putting the country’s borders in “perpetual crisis” in a rare public speech.
‘On alert’: China’s horrifying move
Taiwan is “on alert” after a China made alarming moves on its territory, with Beijing issuing a terrifying war threat out of the blue.
‘Little confidence’: Concerns over chopper
Australian Defence Force staff had concerns about the ongoing safety of MRH-90 Taipan helicopters in the months before a horror crash left four men dead.
Pentagon powerless to stop UFO drone spying
Fleets of dozens of mysterious UFO drones are surveilling America’s most sensitive military sites, and the Pentagon says it can’t do much to stop them.
ScoMo lands surprise new role
Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison has landed a surprise new role in Australia’s budding space industry.
Australia’s new border boss revealed
An Afghanistan veteran and defence intelligence chief has been appointed as the new boss of the Border Force.
‘Striking distance’: Pics reveal China threat
Images reveal Chinese warships are a permanent feature at a new naval base “gifted” to another country, sparking major concerns.
Greens claim Aus ‘complicit’ in genocide
The minor party leader used a statement acknowledging the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks to accuse Israel of genocide, and said Australia was complicit.
‘Slap in the face’ for Aussie veterans
An insider has painted a grim picture of the way the system is “failing” Australian veterans who have served their country.
NZ navy ship crashes into reef and sinks
The commanding officer of a NZ navy vessel that sank off Samoa has been praised for saving lives after giving the order to abandon ship.
‘Fiery gift’: Putin taunted with brutal video
Ukraine’s armed forces have promised each and every Russian troop within its borders a “fiery gift” as a terrifying milestone is reached.
Warning on ‘unacceptable’ China risk to Aus
The US President has been warned there is “no time to wait” on a security deal involving Australia given the “grave and imminent threat” of China in the Indo-Pacific.
‘Appeasement’: Dutton lashes out on Israel
Peter Dutton is accusing Labor of hurting Australia’s global standing with its stance on the rapidly expanding Middle East conflict.
Wild scenes on Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour was centre stage when military personnel from around the world worked together to counter illicit trade of weapons of mass destruction.
Twist in Twiggy’s WWII plane wreck search
A joint expedition between Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest and Ocean Ecology for the remains of his WWII flying officer uncle has resulted in a surprising discovery off the coast of Papua New Guinea.
‘Deadliest weapon ever’ explodes in mishap
A terrifying mishap involving the ominously named “Satan-2” missile has completely obliterated its surroundings in a botched test in Russia.
‘Dire’: Australia’s big move on Gaza
It comes amid soaring tensions across the Middle East as the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas continues.
How the explosives got into the pagers
The mysterious pager and walkie-talkie explosions in Lebanon have stunned the world. This is what we know so far.
‘Hiding:’ Lambie unleashes over secret report
Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie has called for the release of an under-wraps report into a senior military figure.
‘Huge questions’ over ABC’s soldier footage
The national broadcaster has come under fire over allegations it doctored footage recorded by an Australian soldier in one of its investigative programs on alleged war crimes.
‘Gutful’: Lambie unleashes on ‘cover-ups’
Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie says she’s had an “absolute gutful” of “cover-ups” as she called for one thing.
‘Brushed off’: Navy hero’s blunt warning
A navy hero and key witness in a military probe has revealed his biggest fear and what needs to happen moving forward.
Insane scenes rock massive CBD protest
Insane scenes have dominated the final day of anti-war protests in the heart of Melbourne, including one alleged act where a woman cemented herself in a car.
‘No idea’: Question Lambie wants answered
Senator Jacqui Lambie is worried veterans won’t know anything about a major change and has asked one burning question.
Huge move over war crimes finding
Medals have been stripped from up to nine serving and former military commanders after a bombshell inquiry found special forces soldiers likely committed war crimes.
‘Vile and violent’: Sunrise reporter unleashes
A reporter who became caught up in the ‘vile and violent’ anti-war protest has spoken about her experience in detail.
‘300 warheads’: Chilling North Korea move
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has made a chilling promise to increase the country’s nuclear arsenal, according to local reports.
Terrorism threat raised amid CBD protest
Police have raised the National Terrorism Threat Level as protesters are tipped to flock to a controversial event.
‘Not trusted’: Scathing report into vet suicides
A critical report into the high rates of suicide among veterans has lashed the main body responsible for helping and supporting diggers ease into civilian life.
‘Shut it down’: Jacqui’s big call
Jacqui Lambie has made a shock call as a major report following a three-year royal commission into defence and veteran suicides is handed down.
Two arrested after chaotic protests
Two people have been arrested following chaotic scenes on the streets of one Aussie capital, as thousands of protesters clashed with police deployed under sweeping state powers.
‘I saw a grave the size of a football pitch’
A soldier pushed open the gates to a death camp for the first time, he was about to suffer one of the greatest shocks of anyone who had ever lived.
‘Obligation’: Vow to act on defence report
The final report from the royal commission into veteran and defence force suicides will be handed over to the Albanese government on Monday.
Sign world has ‘entered a new era of crisis’
One of Australia’s neighbours and key allies has issued a chilling warning as tensions within the region explode to alarming new levels.
‘Boiling point’: New conflict explodes
A new “firestorm” has erupted between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, sending shockwaves across the world.
Scary reason $3b US war machines are in Aus
A grim sight appeared “out of nowhere” over Australian skies recently – and it reveals a chilling, “rapidly deteriorating” situation.
‘National interest’: Albo’s AUKUS China dodge
The Prime Minister has dodged a question about the purpose of a pact with two of our greatest allies to build nuclear-powered submarines.
Scary new feature on North Korean rockets
The rogue nation says its latest rocket technology boasts new features that should concern its neighbours.
Major milestone in nuke subs dream
A major milestone has just been hit in Australia’s ambition to acquire nuclear-powered submarines.
Australia’s big move to stop rebel attacks
Australia will lead a taskforce defending a pivotal global trade route against Houthi insurgents.
Russia stunned as key bridge destroyed
Dramatic footage shows Ukrainian forces have destroyed a second bridge as they continue the incursion into Russia’s Kursk region.
South Korea toys with the unthinkable
Amid worrying times, South Korea is considering building nuclear weapons of its own in what could create a “balance of terror”.
China poised to take over country ‘ASAP’
Chinese experts have called on Beijing to begin preparations to take over Taiwan “as soon as possible” in the face of a potential Donald Trump presidency.
Major update on Nord Stream sabotage
The mystery of the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage has taken another twist, with German authorities issuing an arrest warrant.
US scrambles as threat of major attack looms
The US is sending more high-powered military resources to the Middle East as tensions threaten to escalate into open conflict.
Byron hippies’ surprise reply to war question
A group of Byron Bay peace-loving hippies were asked whether they’d fight to defend Australia in the event of war, with some surprising answers.
Nuclear sub captain sacked over sex video
A British navy captain at the helm of a nuclear submarine has been sacked after video emerged of him having sex with a junior sailor.
‘Escape hatches’: Outrage over subs deal
Questions have been raised about a pivotal security arrangement between Australia, the UK and the US, with concerns about one detail in particular.
Keating fires back with new attack on Albo
Former Labor prime minister Paul Keating has taken another swipe at the Albanese government’s support of the AUKUS nuclear subs deal.
‘Massive attack’: Russia stunned by Ukraine
Ukrainian soldiers, tanks and armoured vehicles have stormed into the western border region, leaving Russian forces stunned.
‘Underprepared’: Big risk facing Australia
A major think tank says Australia must urgently plug big gaps in its defence to counter an increasingly aggressive China.
Major update in alleged Russian spies case
A Brisbane couple charged with an espionage-related charge will not be able to sell their home after Federal Police sought a court order.
‘Obligation’: Call to do more for Ukraine
Canberra should step up aid to Ukraine to counter an emerging authoritarian coalition, retired Australian major general says.
WWII POW breakout led to ‘special bond’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has laid a wreath in honour of those who lost their lives in World War II’s biggest prisoner of war escape.
‘Serious failures’ killed Aussie in Gaza: report
A new report says “serious failures” in Israeli military practices are to blame for the death of Australian aid worker Lalzawmi ‘Zomi’ Frankcom in April.
Explosion, drone attack near US embassy
Concerning scenes are unfolding in Israel where there are reports of a powerful explosion near the US embassy branch in Tel Aviv.
China’s ominous move under the ocean
New satellite photos have exposed how hard China’s pushing to dramatically expand its fleet of deadly submarines.
Anzac heroes face ultimate dishonour
Two Anzac heroes were incorrectly buried in the fog of World War II – but 80 years on, attempts to set the record straight are falling on deaf ears.
New detail on Aussie charged with espionage
An Australian soldier and her husband have faced court charged with espionage after allegedly stealing documents to share with Russia, ASIO has announced.
China unleashes ‘Kraken’ on world
China’s “game of chicken” in the South China Sea hasn’t been going so well. So it has unleashed its Krakens.
Scary China move sparks ‘open war’ warning
Xi Jinping’s got a big, shiny new navy and he’s showing it off in such a way that it has sparked fears about the possibility of a new “open war”.
‘Horrific’ war you’ve never heard of
Half a world away, a decades-long conflict is raging between two sides separated by the second-longest wall on earth, amid claims of “horrific torture”.
‘Fatal consequences’: North Korea’s fury
North Korea is furious at joint military drills by South Korea, Japan and the United States, calling them an “Asian version of NATO” and warning of “fatal consequences”.
‘On the brink’: Conflict will change the world
The fate of the Middle East sits on a knife-edge as Israel turns its eyes to Lebanon, and it could have major consequences for the entire world.
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