After talks at ambassador-level at the White House Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their current ceasefire by three weeks. The Iranian-backed Hezbollah group was not party to the talks.
ABC presenter James Valentine dies, 64
23/04/2026 | 25 mins.
Much loved ABC broadcaster James Valentine has died at 64 after a battle with cancer.
Health Minister unveils major NDIS changes
22/04/2026 | 25 mins.
Major healthcare policy changes announced today to save billions in spending on the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Iran-US ceasefire deadline looms
21/04/2026 | 25 mins.
A key Iranian negotiator says the country will not accept peace talks in Pakistan with the ceasefire drawing to a close with no other agreements in place.
More tension in the Strait of Hormuz
20/04/2026 | 25 mins.
The US Navy opens fire on an Iranian cargo ship, with renewed talks in Pakistan to be held before Wednesday's end to the current US-Iran ceasefire.
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