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China’s presence hung over the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau.

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Wary PM treads Pacific tightrope amid China’s summit angst

China’s stern presence at the latest meeting of Pacific leaders, and confirmation the US is deepening its military presence in Australia, has highlighted the strategic balancing act this country faces.

Andrew Greene

Pete Hegseth gives a thumbs up as he welcomes Australia Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles during an honour ceremony at the Pentagon.

Federal PoliticsAustralia must invest in its own security: Pentagon boss

Pentagon boss Pete Hegseth has reminded his Australian counterpart Richard Marles that US allies must ‘invest in their own sovereign security’ as both nations agreed to also accelerate joint military efforts.

Andrew Greene

Europe scrambles to bolster its defences as Moscow tests how far it can push NATO without provoking open conflict

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‘Under attack daily’: Russia edges closer to war with Europe

LATIKA M BOURKE: Europe scrambles to bolster its defences as Moscow tests how far it can push NATO without provoking open conflict.

Latika M Bourke

Trump warns Iran the worst is yet to come as powerful US strikes rain down.

World PoliticsVideoTrump warns ‘biggest attack’ on Iran is still to come

Donald Trump has warned his biggest attack on Iran is still ‘waiting in the wings’ as powerful US strikes hammer targets near the Strait of Hormuz.

Madeline Cove

Google Maps action the name change of Lake Ontario.

World PoliticsVideoTrump’s ‘Lake America’ change hits Aussie Google Maps

US President Donald Trump’s controversial ‘Lake America’ rename has officially reached Australian Google Maps, but there’s a catch.

Madeline Cove

Donald Trump, Strait of Hormuz

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US launches fresh strike on Iran as tensions explode

US forces have struck Iranian launchers after Revolutionary Guard forces were reportedly seen preparing rockets near the Strait of Hormuz.

Madeline Cove

Russia’s embassy has hit out at last week’s arrest of a 27-year-old man in Brisbane on charges of foreign interference claiming the move by Australian authorities was “taken in the interests of a foreign nation – Ukraine”.

Federal PoliticsAustralia accused of fuelling anti-Moscow hysteria

Russia’s embassy has hit out at last week’s arrest of a 27-year-old man on charges of foreign interference claiming the move by Australian authorities was ‘taken in the interests of a foreign nation – Ukraine’.

Andrew Greene

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to media during a press conference at BAE Systems Australia in Perth.

Federal PoliticsVideoAlbo digs his heels in over WA GST arrangement

RECAP: The Prime Minister has given a full-throated endorsement to WA’s GST arrangement, despite the noise from the east coast.

Katherine Kraayvanger and Madeline Cove

AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett has warned Australia will not become a ‘safe haven’ for foreign interference.

PoliticsVideo‘Sending a message’: AFP boss on foreign interference charge

RECAP: AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett has warned Australia will not become a ‘safe haven’ for foreign interference after a Russian-Australian man was charged following his arrest in Brisbane.

Kimberley Braddish and Madeline Cove

Zomi Frankcom was killed while delivering humanitarian aid to Gazans in 2024.

PoliticsVideoKilled aid worker’s family call Israeli decision ‘an insult’

LIVE UPDATES: The Foreign Minister has faced calls to take stronger action against Israel as Australia demands answers over Zomi Frankcom’s death.

Amy Cavender, Emily Williams, Chloe Maher and Madeline Cove

Andrew Wallace was one of two Coalition who crossed the floor in protest of the gambling reforms.

Federal PoliticsVideoGambling ad bill passes after Coalition MPs break ranks

RECAP: Pat Conaghan and Andrew Wallace have crossed the floor to vote against the federal government’s gambling reforms.

Amy Cavender, Chloe Maher and Madeline Cove

Donald Trump makes shock miliarty call.

World PoliticsVideo‘Too late to cancel’: Trump makes bombshell military call

Donald Trump has dropped a military bombshell, citing his relationship with Kim Jong Un and an unexpected snub.

Madeline Cove

The White House has confirmed a call between the Prime Minister and Donald Trump occured overnight.

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Inside Albo and Trump’s ‘lengthy’ overnight phone call

Donald Trump has agreed to consider Anthony Albanese’s tariff request after a ‘lengthy’ overnight call spanning AUKUS, Iran and critical minerals.

Madeline Cove

Albo’s ‘melon’ grilling gets awkward as Minns intervenes.

PoliticsVideoPM’s awkward ‘melon’ grilling as Senate forces letter reveal

LIVE UPDATES: The Albanese Government has been ordered to produce Tokyo’s full correspondence after Chris Minns stepped in while the Prime Minister was being hounded by reporters over his ‘melons’ remark.

Katherine Kraayvanger, Emily Williams, Chloe Maher and Madeline Cove

One of Donald Trump’s most trusted aides has announced a major White House departure.

World PoliticsVideoShock White House exit as top Trump aide suddenly quits

US President Donald Trump has confirmed a major shake-up inside the White House as one of his most trusted aides steps down.

Madeline Cove

Donald Trump claims ‘total control’ of Strait of Hormuz.

World PoliticsVideo‘Praise be to Allah!’: Trump drops bombshell Iran message

US President Donald Trump has declared Iran is ‘shot’ in a blistering post claiming US dominance over the Strait of Hormuz.

Madeline Cove

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks during Question Time in the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

PoliticsVideoPM says he and Takaichi are ‘friends’ after melon question

LIVE UPDATES: Anthony Albanese has faced questions in Parliament over his controversial comments about a gift from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Kimberley Braddish, Emily Williams and Madeline Cove

Donald Trump escalates Iran showdown with bombshell demand.

World PoliticsVideoTrump’s bombshell demand throws Iran deal into doubt

US President Donald Trump has dramatically raised the stakes with Iran, firing back with a major new demand as hopes of a breakthrough fade.

Madeline Cove

Andy Burnham and Anthony Albanese.

World PoliticsVideoNew UK leader Andy Burnham a lesson in how to oust a PM

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is now looking to Anthony Albanese for tips on how to govern, just as the Australian Labor Party should learn from the Brits how to change a leader without bloodshed.

Cameron Milner

Australia’s last ambassador to China says Xi Jinping is overseeing a Leninist dictatorship but is nowhere near ready to attack Taiwan because he fears being deposed if the military fails. 

World PoliticsPremiumXi’s fears over Taiwan and China’s surprising AUKUS stance

Australia’s former ambassador to Beijing reveals why he believes Xi isn’t ready to strike.

Latika M Bourke

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addresses a Caucus meeting at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, August 10, 2026. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas) NO ARCHIVING

PoliticsVideoAlbo reveals next step in gambling crackdown

RECAP: Anthony Albanese has revealed when Labor’s gambling reforms will reach Parliament, as the Government pushes to secure bipartisan support for changes targeting betting inducements and advertising.

Kimberley Braddish and Madeline Cove

Defence Minister Richard Marles says the United States will determine how long its AUKUS submarine deployments to Australia, insisting the arrangement does not represent an American base.

PoliticsVideoUS will determine length of AUKUS sub deployments: Marles

RECAP: Defence Minister Richard Marles says the United States will determine how long its AUKUS submarine deployments to Australia, insisting the arrangement does not represent an American base.

Katherine Kraayvanger, Emily Williams and Madeline Cove

Minister for Climate Change Chris Bowen unveiled huge solar cuts for businesses.

PoliticsVideoLabor promises huge solar cost cuts for businesses

RECAP: Energy Minister Chris Bowen has unveiled a major expansion of the solar scheme, promising cheaper installations and lower electricity bills for businesses

Emily Williams and Madeline Cove

Labor MP Luke Gosling (left) says he will contest assault charges brought against him, as Angus Taylor puts political pressure on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (right) to act.

PoliticsVideoLabor MP to contest assault charges amid political pressure

RECAP: Labor MP Luke Gosling says he will contest assault charges brought against him by the NT administrator, as Angus Taylor puts political pressure on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to act.

Katherine Kraayvanger and Madeline Cove