Wong under fire over ceasefire call
Penny Wong’s call for a ceasefire in Gaza has ignited backlash amid reports of increased anti-Semitic behaviour in Australia.
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Fears of arson attacks on Aussie mosques
Two suspected arson attacks have hit mosques in a major city in just the past few days, leading to a warning from the federal government.
Three words reignite Australia’s Israel debate
Australia has traditionally been a loyal friend of the state of Israel but three words from Senator Penny Wong highlight the fragility of the situation.
Australia chooses sides on Gaza blast
Penny Wong has backed the US stance on a Gaza hospital blast that reportedly killed hundreds of innocent civilians.
‘Leave now’: Aussies warned as flights no-show
Australians living in Israel and Palestine are being warned that time is running out to make their escape, with more flight cancellations in recent days.
‘Heinous’: Wong calls out Hamas
Penny Wong has reasserted the federal government’s support for Israel and called for “enduring peace” in the Middle East.
Backlash over Wong’s Israel message
Hundreds of people are dead after a surprise attack on Israel this weekend, but at home it’s the statements made by the PM and Foreign Minister that have drawn criticism.
Wong warns world of ‘catastrophic’ conflict
Australia’s foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong warned the world leaders of a ‘catastrophic’ conflict within the Indo-Pacific region during her speech.
‘Big stake’: Top minister’s China warning
Foreign minister Penny Wong said the world faced its biggest risk of conflict over China in recent history during a trip to the US.
‘Real’ reason Australia blocked Qatar flights
The political storm over Australia’s decision to block more flights from Qatar has taken a turn – with Foreign Minister Penny Wong hinting at the real reason for the move.
‘You know that’: Waleed’s tense Voice chat
There was a tense moment between The Project’s Waleed Aly and Senator Penny Wong on Wednesday as support for the Voice referendum plunges.
What the Voice will be – and what it isn’t
Voting Yes is a vote for listening. It’s a vote to fix a broken system. But it will take Australians saying Yes to make it real, writes Penny Wong.
Key China question Wong deflected
The Foreign Minister has sidestepped questions about Australia’s response to China’s rapid military build up when asked on Sunday.
‘Diplomatic upset’: Wong’s ‘cheeky’ gift to Swiss politician
Watch the moment the Foreign Affairs Minister refused to give up after her present was initially rejected.
Aussie visa change for one country
A whirlwind visit from the President of one of Australia’s closest neighbours is set to end in a relaxation of visa requirements for some travellers.
What Penny knew about Higgins’ allegations
Senate leader Penny Wong was briefed on the findings of a secret probe into “an incident” in a ministerial office months before Brittany Higgins went public with her story.
Australia’s nuclear balancing act will set global standard: Wong
Australia will set a strong arms control precedent for other nations seeking nuclear-powered submarines, says Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong.
Wong and ex-PM’s war of words
A former prime minister has launched another attack on Penny Wong after she called out his earlier comments criticising her over the AUKUS deal.
China warning to Aussie farmers
Amid promising signs of a thaw in trade relations, Aussie farmers have been issued a fresh warning.
Karl’s sassy call on Albo’s holiday
Karl Stefanovic has posed a cheeky question about the Prime Minister’s holiday break, as its revealed colleagues pushed him to take the time off.
Policing the Pacific – the reason Wong says we need a nuclear fleet
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has explained why we need the AUKUS nuclear subs to ensure security in the Pacific – without naming the elephant in the room.
‘If I were you, I’d hide my face’: Paul Keating
Paul Keating has long been a vocal critic of the AUKUS submarine deal but he ratcheted up his criticism in a landmark address.
Wong’s warning to China over Russia
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong had some stern words for China over any role it might play in the war in Ukraine.
‘Stuck in the past‘: Wong’s fiery spray
Penny Wong has some choice words for opposition leader Peter Dutton after he called on his MPs to toe the line on a key policy.
Four Aussies unaccounted for in Turkey
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says four Australians are unaccounted for in Turkey as the government sends in a team of specialists to help with the quake rescue mission.
‘Escalation’: Australia reacts to balloon
Australia must play its part in keeping the peace despite concerns about a Chinese balloon shot down in the US, Penny Wong says.
‘Can’t erase the past’: UK hits back
Penny Wong’s British counterpart has rejected her suggestions the UK needs to do more to confront its colonial past.
Picture that should make Australians proud
Australia is playing a key role in the global fight against Russia, something all Australians should be proud of, says a leading MP.
Wong’s brutal remark in the UK
Australia has taken aim at the United Kingdom, telling them to come to terms with their colonial past if the two countries are to modernise their relationships.
Dani Laidley in celeb tennis showdown
Star power will descend on Friday’s Australian Open, including Danielle Laidley who is set to play in a celebrity match.
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