US President Donald Trump is departing the G7 in Canada early to deal with the unfolding crisis in the Middle East, reportedly ordering the situation room be prepared. Earlier, he called for a complete evacuation of the Iranian capital Tehran.
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Albanese to meet with Trump at G7
As Prime Minister Anthony Albanese prepares to meet with US President Donald Trump at the G7 summit in Canada, key defence figures on both sides of the Atlantic warn the risks to the AUKUS security pact run much deeper than previously acknowledged.
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Israel strikes Iran nuclear sites
Middle east tensions dramatically escalate, with Israel launching strikes against Iran, targeting what it says are Iranian nuclear facilities.
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Tensions flare amid LA immigration protests
Donald Trump condemned for sending US troops in to quell unrest on the streets of Los Angeles - despite local officials insisting they'll only escalate tensions.
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Erin Patterson breaks down in court
Erin Patterson has broken down in tears giving evidence for the second day in her triple-murder trial in regional Victoria.
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