New Zealand wants justification for US bombings in Iran
June 23, 2025 by AAP
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has declined to give the United States support for its bombing attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Read more
‘We support action’: PM backs in US strikes on Iran
June 23, 2025 by AAP
In his first public comments since America targeted three Iranian nuclear sites, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for de-escalation. Read more
NSW government staffers face arrest after caravan plot inquiry no-show
June 20, 2025 by AAP
Arrest warrants for the NSW premier’s most senior staff are due to be issued over their non-appearance at an inquiry into an explosive-laden caravan. Read more
Australia deploys military to help Middle East evacuees
Australian military forces are being set up to support evacuations from Israel and Iran, after US President Donald Trump gave Iran an ultimatum. Read more
Ex-TV star asks to be spared conviction for Nazi salute
June 20, 2025 by AAP
A former Neighbours actor has faced court where his lawyer asked for him to be spared a criminal conviction over an alleged Nazi salute. Read more
Australia’s Iran embassy staff leave after US warning
June 20, 2025 by AAP
Australian diplomatic staff have been ordered to leave Iran, which is trading missile attacks with Israel, amid fears the US could join the conflict. Read more
Israel helping evacuate Australians amid Iran conflict
June 19, 2025 by AAP
Australians have started fleeing Israel in the face of Iranian missile strikes and threats while others are vowing to remain, despite the danger. Read more
‘Fastest way out’: Iran urged to end nuclear ambitions
June 18, 2025 by AAP
Australia’s foreign minister has called for Iran to come to the negotiating table in its conflict with Israel, saying the country’s nuclear program should stop. Read more
Hundreds of Aussies try to flee Israel-Iran conflict
June 16, 2025 by AAP
Australia is considering assisted departures for citizens in Israel and Iran but the timeline is dictated by safety, with airspace closed due to air strikes. Read more
Australia calls for Middle East conflict de-escalation
June 16, 2025 by AAP
Anthony Albanese has called for calm amid the intense conflict between Iran and Israel, as fears grow that the missile strikes could lead to a larger war. Read more
Aussie forces might be requested in Iran-Israel fight
June 15, 2025 by AAP
Australia’s military could be asked to play a role in the Middle East as regional tensions escalate. Read more
In a class of her own: Aussie paddling GOAT wins again
June 15, 2025 by AAP
Three days after turning 31, Jessica Fox has landed yet another World Cup canoeing gold in France to take her unmatched tally to 35. Read more
Australia backs Israel ‘defence’ amid escalation fears
June 15, 2025 by AAP
Australia has suggested Israel’s attack on Iran was justified, citing international fears about the threat posed by the potential spread of nuclear weapons. Read more
‘Bad’ Muslim preacher fights for religious freedom
June 13, 2025 by AAP
An Islamist leader “may be a very bad preacher”, but ruling his speeches were anti-Semitic would be akin to restricting religious freedoms, his lawyer says. Read more
Appeal success for Nazi salutes outside Jewish museum
A man who claimed he was copying a famed British comedian when performing a Nazi salute with two co-workers near a Jewish museum has been spared a conviction. Read more
Israel’s open warfare with Iran after decades of shadow war
June 13, 2025 by AAP
Israel’s strikes on Iran have heightened fears of an all-out war between the two countries, whose history of enmity spans decades of clandestine conflicts. A timeline of key events: Read more
Australian sanctions against Israel ‘sends a signal’
A decision by Australia and several allies to sanction two Israeli ministers is being hailed as a consequential step in the push for a two-state solution. Read more
Major progress in talks to free hostages: Netanyahu
June 11, 2025 by AAP
“Significant progress” has been made in efforts to secure the release of hostages being held in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says. Read more
Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
June 11, 2025 by AAP
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official. Read more
Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult ‘vile’ Jews
June 11, 2025 by AAP
An Islamist preacher has denied calling Jewish people “vile and treacherous” in controversial sermons to boost his online profile after attracting the ire of Hindus and Christians.
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Muslim preacher defends ‘dehumanising’ sermons on Jews
June 10, 2025 by AAP
An Islamist preacher is being sued over sermons in which he allegedly made “derogatory generalisations” about Jews, whom he described as rats and cowards. Read more
Highs and lows as Fox takes gold from World Cup opener
June 9, 2025 by AAP
Olympic champion paddlers Jessica and Noemie Fox have experienced mixed fortunes at the first World Cup round in Spain. Read more
Properties raided in hunt for synagogue arsonists
June 6, 2025 by AAP
Multiple search warrants have been executed as part of an ongoing police investigation into the firebombing of a synagogue. Read more
Rockets from Syria hit Golan Heights
June 4, 2025 by AAP
For the first time in more than a year, rockets fired from Syria have landed in Israeli-controlled territory of Golan Heights. Read more
Opposition calls on PM to take up Israel trip invite
The opposition’s foreign affairs spokeswoman Michaelia Cash is calling on the PM to travel to Israel after he criticised the state for blocking aid into Gaza. Read more
Australia accuses Israel of politicising aid in Gaza
May 20, 2025 by AAP
Penny Wong has joined a host of foreign ministers calling on Israel to allow full humanitarian aid including food and medicine into the besieged Gaza Strip. Read more
Greens continues to focus on Gaza
May 16, 2025 by AAP
The Greens won’t back down from their stance on issues like Israel’s attacks on Gaza, new leader Larissa Waters says, despite the party losing seats at the federal election. Read more
Gary Lineker apologises for “antisemitic” post
May 15, 2025 by AAP
Football pundit Gary Lineker has “apologised unreservedly” for a social media re-post which featured a picture of a rat saying he would “never knowingly share anything antisemitic”.
No early curtain on axed pianist’s feud with symphony
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has hit a false note in its bid to bring down the curtain on legal action from an acclaimed pianist. Read more
Australia calls for Israel to end Gaza aid blockade
April 24, 2025 by AAP
Australia has added its voice to calls from the UK, France and Germany for Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza with the population at risk of starvation. Read more
