Why perpetual conflict suits Palestine’s terrorists
The Albanese government’s decision in August to refer to Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem as ‘occupied’ rather than ‘disputed’ territories now seems naive and even untenable.
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World must stand with Israel, condemn terror attacks
The unprovoked attack by Hamas on Israel once again illustrates the need to support the Jewish people in their historic homeland.
President vows ‘rock solid’ support as US weighs military aid
High-level discussions between US and Israeli officials on military aid are already underway, with an announcement as early as Sunday.
PM backs Israel after ‘abhorrent attacks upon it’
Anthony Albanese has thrown his support behind Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu’s war of retaliation against Hamas terrorists in Gaza.
Unbearable cruelty of Hamas terror savages
Israel is poised to launch a major assault on Gaza to wipe out Hamas, after its fighters poured into the Jewish state, killing hundreds of Israelis and taking dozens of hostages.
Hamas declares bloodthirsty war on women
Seizing female captives appears to have been prioritised by the rampaging Islamist militants. The unthinkable is now a living nightmare for Israelis.
Time has come for Israel to obliterate Hamas
The security establishment has feared engagement in Gaza more than the terror group’s rule. Saturday’s attack may change that.
‘Long, difficult war’ forced on us: Netanyahu
Iran-backed Hezbollah fires ‘large numbers of artillery shells and guided missiles’ at Israeli positions ‘in solidarity’ with Hamas.
Germany, France increase security
Berlin’s famous Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of reunified Germany, was lit up in the colours of the Israeli flag.
Iran’s hand evident in this carnage and barbarism
Netanyahu’s only chance of survival now is to win a massive military victory. This is also necessary for Israel’s survival.
Aussie actor’s terrifying escape from Israel
Logie winner Hugh Sheridan has detailed the harrowing moment he hid in the stairwell of his shaking hotel as Israel came under attack: ‘Those terrorists look scary’.
‘Solidarity’: Huge move to support Israel
The NSW government has taken a stand on the Hamas invasion, saying as it will take a major action “in solidarity” with Israel.
Biden’s peace plan suffers damaging blow
For months now the White House has been quietly working towards brokering an unprecedented deal to reconcile Israel and Saudi Arabia. Hamas’s attack puts that in grave doubt.
Saudi accord ‘a steep hill that just got a lot steeper’
The offensive has dealt a severe blow to momentum to secure a landmark US-brokered deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
Netanyahu warns of ‘long, difficult war’
Fighting between Israeli forces and the Palestinian militant group continues to rage, with hundreds killed on both sides after a surprise attack on Israel.
Israeli civilians, soldiers taken hostage
Military confirms Israelis’ worst fears, as videos emerge of soldiers and civilians being kidnapped by fighters from the Palestinian militant group.
Israel likely to target Hamas annihilation
The response to murders and kidnappings on Israeli soil is unlikely to be the usual sort of limited operation we’ve seen before.
How Iran gave Hamas the power to spread terror
From the moment the first group of black-clad fighters crossed the border fence from Gaza into Israel, it was clear that this was an extraordinary moment of success, however bloody, for Hamas. It was also clear that they could not have done it alone.
Paragliders, trucks led daring dawn raid on Israel
The invasion started at 6am as Hamas forces stormed through Israel’s defences. Palestinian gunmen were soon battering down front doors — and taking people away. How did it unfold?
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.
Israel and Gaza have a long history of armed conflict
Israel and militants in the Gaza Strip have fought a series of armed conflicts in recent years, including some of the wars that have defined recent history in the region.
This was a terrible intelligence failure by Israel
That Hamas could coordinate such a big operation, without Israeli intelligence hearing a whisper of it in advance, is shocking.
Israel steps up air strikes to secure border
IDF aims to evacuate all Israelis living close to the Gaza Strip within 24 hours as it deploys tens of thousands of soldiers to fight Palestinian militants who had infiltrated into Israel.
Riyadh flags raised oil output if prices too high
The Saudi government’s signal that it’s willing to cooperate with Washington over oil production is a notable shift, fuelled by negotiations around a defence pact.
Attack on Israel highlights sheer folly of Australia’s defence failings
The gruesome attack shows that even the most alert nation can be shocked. Unlike Israel, Australia is not the least bit vigilant about national defence.
Israel’s fighting spirit tested on Yom Kippur
Fifty years ago this week a coalition of Arab states, backed by Soviet Russia, attacked the Jewish homeland on its holiest day.
How armed conflict shaped tech unicorn founder
Micha Kaufman was barely out of his teens when he was thrust on to the battlefield. It’s where he developed the leadership skills to create and drive global freelance marketplace Fiverr.
Biden and Netanyahu break ice in New York
Biden said the leaders will discuss ‘hard issues’ during their first meeting since Netanyahu returned to power last year.
‘His dog’: UFC champ spills on awkward post-fight confrontation
Newly-minted UFC champion Sean Strickland has revealed bizarre details of his post-fight encounter with Israel Adesanya. Re-live every controversy and round here.
UFC stars, Cleary behind $200 million beer plan
UFC fighters Tai Tuivasa and Tyson Pedro have massive plans out of the octagon, along with NRL star Nathan Cleary.
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