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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Kyrylo Budanov, a former head of Ukraine's military intelligence, as his chief of staff. This move coincides with the deployment of Australian-supplied Abra...
All 49 M1A1 Abrams tanks from Australia have joined the fight in Ukraine's contested sector of Pokrovsk, significantly enhancing Ukraine's armored capabilities and supporting its counteroffensive effo...
The article discusses continued support for the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), comprising Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. It suggests that despite current tensions among its m...
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced an independent review into law enforcement agencies following the Bondi shooting. The aim is to determine whether additional measures could have pr...
Australia has supplied 49 M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine as part of ongoing military aid. The success of these tanks on the battlefield will depend significantly on their ability to counter drone threat...
US President Donald Trump has signed into law the National Defence Authorisation Act for Fiscal Year 2026, focusing on strengthening strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. The act particul...
According to police reports, Sajid Akram and his son Naveed allegedly carried out an attack inspired by the Islamic State group on Dec. 14, targeting a Jewish festival in Bondi Beach. They are accused...
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced criticism from an angry crowd at Bondi Beach Sunday during a memorial for victims of a recent gun attack targeting a Jewish Hanukkah celebration. 15 pe...
A tragic shooting occurred during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, targeting a group including children and Holocaust survivors, resulting in 15 fatalities. The suspects are a father and son....
The Australian Defence Force has successfully transferred M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine via Poland, completing the final stage of this operation closely coordinated with allies. The delivery marks supp...
The article highlights the importance of women in addressing workforce growth and retention issues outlined by Australia's 2024 National Defence Strategy (NDS). It suggests that a critical vulnerabili...
Australian authorities declared a state of disaster on Saturday due to severe bushfires in the southeast, mostly affecting Victoria. High temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius and strong winds con...
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese underlines Australia's commitment to supporting a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. The statement highlights the Australian government's ongoing support to...
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia has reaffirmed the country's commitment to supporting a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. The statement indicates ongoing support for diplomatic efforts, ...
As the Quad (US, Japan, India, and Australia) aims to limit China's influence, Beijing is constructing a strategic counter-network focusing specifically on the weakest link within the Quad, India. Thr...
The Chinese government has criticized Japan, Australia, and European nations for what it deems 'extremely hypocritical' positions on military exercises around Taiwan. The foreign ministry claims that ...
Australia is turning to autonomous submarines from Anduril Industries to ease operational strain on manned subs and undertake risky missions. These unmanned vessels are expected to enhance defensive c...
Australian authorities have announced an increased police presence for New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney, following the recent Bondi terror attack that left 15 people dead. Over 2,500 officers wil...
The U.S., Australian, Indian, and Japanese ambassadors met in Beijing for a Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad). This meeting occurred alongside the People's Liberation Army conducting military dri...
On December 30, 2025, the US Ambassador to China convened with Quad ambassadors from Australia, India, and Japan in Beijing. The group reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a 'free and open' Indo...
Turkey aims to become a significant regional energy transit point between Europe and Asia despite its limited natural oil and gas reserves. Recent agreements such as the one with Australia underscore ...
Ahmed al Ahmed, who intervened during an attack at Bondi Beach, stated his intention was to protect innocent people. The incident involved Sajid and Naveed Akram who are accused of targeting a Hanukka...
The article discusses potential resurgence activity of ISIS across different regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa including Nigeria and Southeast Asia potentially affecting countries like Australia. It ...
Australia has delivered 80 M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, adding to the 31 supplied by the U.S., despite quiet American warnings about potential maintenance issues. Ukrainian crews have equipped the ta...
Australia and India are looking to boost their defence collaboration through initiatives such as joint maritime patrol exercises with Boeing P-8 aircraft, coordinated naval patrols in the Indian Ocean...
In 2025, Australia chose the Japanese Mogami-class frigate for its future naval requirements in a landmark agreement, underscoring Japan's expanding arms export activities. This selection will fulfill...
Australia's New South Wales state parliament passed new gun control and anti-terror legislation following a recent shooting at Bondi Beach. The bill tightens restrictions on firearm ownership, bans pu...
The article criticizes Israel for using propaganda after an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, to deflect criticism and justify its policies. The author argues that such actions h...
Russia's liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments to China surged 142.6% year-over-year in November, reaching 1.6 million tonnes. This increase placed Russia ahead of Australia as one of China’s top LNG ...
Following the Bondi mass shooting, Australia's New South Wales state parliament moved swiftly to adopt tougher gun laws and restrictions on terrorist symbols and protests. The terrorism and other legi...
Following a shooting incident at Bondi Beach, New South Wales has recalled its parliament to introduce stringent firearm reforms described as the toughest in Australia. The proposed measures include a...
China deployed a naval task group near Australia to彰显中国海权的范围和实力，并向澳大利亚发出信号，表明它已经具备这样的能力。...
The Quad nations—India, USA, Australia, and Japan—have initiated their first Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN) Field Training Exercise from December 8-12, 2025. The event aims to enhance regional ...
Approximately 1,000 surf life savers resumed patrols on Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach on Saturday. This came after a six-day hiatus following the deadliest shooting in Australia since 1996 when two gunm...
Austal has been granted an AUD 1.029 billion contract from the Commonwealth of Australia for Landing Craft Medium (LCM) under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA). Austal’s subsidiary, Austal De...
Defence Minister Richard Marles visited Tokyo to meet with Japan’s new Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi amid a period of increased defense diplomacy called 'doubling down on friends'. This visit incl...
Australia has announced a major milestone for the Boeing MQ-28A Ghost Bat unmanned combat air system following a successful demonstration of its air-to-air combat capability. This test represents a su...
Justin Bassi, executive director of ASPI (Australian Strategic Policy Institute), introduces The Sydney Dialogue 2025 meeting scheduled for December 4th and 5th. He emphasizes that technology is a dom...
The article discusses how artificial intelligence is advancing faster than governance and policy frameworks can keep up with, particularly relevant for Australia's national security strategy. It highl...
2025 was marked by global conflicts and instability, including ongoing warfare in Ukraine and Gaza, along with terrorist attacks and economic downturns worldwide. Despite these challenges, internation...
The article suggests that Australia and Japan share responsibility for securing vital sea lines of communication (SLOC) in the Pacific Ocean. This proposal aims to enhance cooperation between the two ...
Qatar has joined the US-led 'Pax Silica' program aimed at securing artificial intelligence (AI) and chip supply chains. The move underscores its commitment to invest in advanced technology and align c...
The Adelaide Festival's decision to cancel Palestinian-Australian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance has sparked a boycott by over 180 authors and guests. The festival cited 'cultural sensitivity'...
Extreme temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius due to a heatwave in Victoria, Australia, have caused numerous bushfires that have burned over 300,000 hectares and destroyed hundreds of homes with o...
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasizes the importance of Turkey’s reintegration into the F-35 fighter jet program, stating it is essential for maintaining NATO's strategic advantage and def...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Europe’s lesson for Australia: invest in defence now, or spend more later’
The article discusses how Australia should learn from Europe's mistakes before Russia invaded Ukraine, such as underinvesting in defense and expecting the US to shoulder the burden of security. It adv...
Following a terror attack that killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach over a week ago, Christmas celebrations were subdued on December 25th as police maintained heightened security along the beachfr...
A verdict was reached against two individuals convicted for their involvement in a plot targeting the Jewish community in the United Kingdom, which aimed to cause significant casualties. The convictio...
Ismail Patel writes on Middle East Eye that the UK Metropolitan Police's decision to criminalize chanting 'globalize the intifada' is a political move aimed at stifling anti-genocide activism. This mo...
Elbridge Colby's upcoming confirmation hearing as Under Secretary of Defense could have significant implications beyond US borders for countries like Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji. His role would b...