Albo opens fire on ‘authoritarian’ Putin
Anthony Albanese has lashed Vladimir Putin in fiery remarks reaffirming Australia’s support for Ukraine.
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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.
Damage control after ‘knob’ comment
Labor has gone into damage control after Western Australia’s premier called Donald Trump’s number two a ‘knob’.
Ukraine’s brutal call on Trump
The US’s role in the world is “changing”, and countries like Australia must “step up for democracy”, Ukraine’s envoy says.
Big flaw in banned AI revealed
China’s ambassador says Australia should embrace his country’s AI offerings, but basic tests have uncovered worrying details in the program.
‘Views diverged’: Dutton’s call on Trump
Donald Trump’s infamous stoush with Ukraine’s president has sparked security fears in Australia and a warning we may need to rethink our reliance on the US.
China fears after Trump’s Zelensky fight
Crumbling US support for Ukraine could have consequences much closer to home, a senior Coalition senator is warning.
‘You do not listen’: Senators fiery clash
Fiery exchanges have played out in a senate estimates hearing, with Penny Wong fending off Coalition criticisms of Australia’s foreign policy under Labor.
‘Great day’: Virgin boss’ $3bn move
A major shake-up for international travellers and Virgin Australia has been greenlit by the Albanese government.
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.
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.
China hits back over live fire drills
China has accused Australia of making “unreasonable accusations” over a series of live fire drills being held in international waters between Australian and New Zealand.
Bombshell details in Chinese warships saga
Details about how Chinese warships were conducting live fire drills off Australia’s east coast have been revealed.
‘Hypothetical’: Huge Israel question dodged
The Coalition has pushed for an answer to a key question around the Israeli Prime Minister that has been hanging over the Albanese government for months.
Ukraine’s message on grim anniversary
Ukraine’s ambassador is calling on Australia to “stand with” his country as its fight against Russian invaders enters a third year, warning “state-based mobsters” also threaten the Pacific.
Chalmers’ mission amid Trump turmoil
Jim Chalmers is heading to the US as Canberra finds itself increasingly at odds with the Trump administration’s worldview.
Big play for PNG as Pacific heats up
Australia has made a major play for Papua New Guinea as regional tensions with China simmer.
‘Close watch’ on Chinese warships off NSW
The ADF is keeping eagle-eyed after a trio of Chinese warships lurking off Australia’s east coast appeared near 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.
Brutal reaction to NZ’s Aus tourism campaign
New Zealand’s new $500,000 tourism campaign to try and lure Aussies across the ditch is being mocked for its three-word slogan.
Aussie envoy’s big move against Putin
Australia’s ambassador to Russia has made a bold move, leaving no one in any doubt his thoughts about Vladimir Putin and a very touchy subject.
Peter Dutton warns against Trump ‘mistake’
The man vying to yank the reins of power from Anthony Albanese has revealed how he would navigate Australia’s relationship with the Trump White House.
‘Reassess’: Peter Dutton’s call on Kevin Rudd
Peter Dutton has again raised questions about Kevin Rudd’s future as Australia’s US envoy as relations with the Trump White House get off to a rocky start.
‘First plane over’: PM urged to meet Trump
Anthony Albanese is being urged to meet with Donald Trump as uncertainty around a potentially devastating move for Australia festers.
Minister’s brutal question to US on tariffs
A senior Labor minister has put a blunt question to the White House after Donald Trump announced brutal blanket tariffs on steel and aluminium.
‘Violate’: Big call on Trump’s Gaza plan
A senior minister has suggested parts of Trump’s plan to take “ownership” of Gaza and turn it into the “Riviera of the Middle East” could violate international law.
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.
Laos snub in teen deaths ‘disappointing’
Laos has not yet accepted Australia’s offer to help investigate the deaths of Australian teens Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones.
Man filmed in ‘disgusting’ act in kids’ pool
A man has been filmed giving himself a very deep clean in a children’s pool in front of disgusted onlookers.
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