Hostages set to be freed from Gaza named
Eleven more hostages will be released in Gaza this week with family members identifying three of the captives. Follow updates.
Israel Conflict
Palestinian militant groups led by Hamas have launched a large-scale campaign against Israel. Part of the Gaza–Israel conflict, the war began with a militant invasion of Israel from the Gaza Strip. It continues.
Israel PM says he won’t stop Gaza war ‘now’
Amid renewed efforts towards a ceasefire, Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that he had set the goal of “the annihilation of Hamas” Follow updates.
No longer a ‘key ally’: Why Israel’s comments on Australia matter
Benjamin Netanyahu once proclaimed Israel and Australia were “extraordinary friends” – until now. Here’s why we’ve fallen out – and why it matters.
Albo government warned over Israel ‘sell out’
The incoming Trump administration may look “unfavourably” on Australia’s move against Israel at a major UN vote, the Albanese government has been warned.
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Israeli bombs rain down on Beirut; Qantas plans rescue flights
Powerful blasts rocked Beirut in some of the heaviest Israeli strikes on the city, as Qantas plans at least two flights to rescue Aussies trapped in Lebanon.
Iran’s sinister warning, as US bombs Yemen
Iran’s supreme leader has delivered his first sermon in five years, as Israel’s Iron Dome is overwhelmed by drones and US warships and aircraft attack Yemen’s Iranian proxies the Houthis.
Israel vows Iran ‘will pay’; fresh attacks in Lebanon
Israel is preparing to make Iran “pay a heavy price” for attacking the Jewish state with an estimated 181 ballistic missiles, as air strikes hit Beirut. Follow live updates.
Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut as invasion begins
Israel started its invasion into southern Lebanon with ground troops backed by Israeli warplanes.
Five ways Iran can retaliate, but not without deadly risk
Iran’s most important ally, Hezbollah, is facing catastrophic defeat as Israeli tanks roll across the border of Lebanon – but Tehran has vowed to hit back.
Lebanon’s death toll surpasses 700 as Israel rejects ceasefire
More than 700 people have been killed in Lebanon by Israeli airstrikes as Benjamin Netanyahu ignores calls from world leaders for a ceasefire.
Israel bombs targets for third day; Hezbollah launches missile
The escalation between Israel and Hezbollah has continued with warplanes dropping more bombs and ballistic missiles launched, as thousands attempt to flee the conflict. Follow updates.
Two children among 12 dead as pager deaths condemned
The European Union’s foreign policy chief has condemned the use of exploding pagers which claimed the lives of 12 people in Lebanon, including two children.
Family’s heartache as Israeli-American hostage killed
The heartbroken family of Hersh Goldberg-Polin has confirmed his death in the Gaza Strip. Warning: Graphic
‘Defies humanitarian law’: Fourth deadly strike on aid convoy
Israel has carried out its fourth attack on aid workers this week, as a top UN official slams the evacuation orders.
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