4 h. ago As bombs rain down on Israel and Iran, Gaza’s carnage continues

While Israel’s stunning attack on Iran and the possibility of all-out regional war transfix the world, in the background, Gaza’s death toll continues to climb.

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5 h. ago Trump has approved Iran attack plan but is yet to hit go, US media reports

A senior intelligence source told US media the president has approved the plan but wants to give Iran more time to agree to a deal.

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41 h. ago ASX slides amid concerns over Middle East escalation; Oil prices rise

The Australian sharemarket opened lower amid mounting speculation that the US is on the verge of joining Israel’s attack on Iran.

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4 d. ago Iran’s four possible responses to Israeli attack – and their risks

The endgame of this conflict and the future of the region will be profoundly shaped by how a wounded Iran responds.

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5 d. ago Israel’s attacks on Iran hint at a bigger goal: toppling the regime

Israel’s surprise assault had an obvious aim of disrupting Tehran’s nuclear program, but the scale and the choice of targets suggest a longer-term objective.

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5 d. ago Israel hit by missiles as Iran retaliates for strikes on nuclear sites

The rumble of explosions could be heard throughout Jerusalem as Israeli TV stations showed plumes of smoke rising in Tel Aviv after the strike.

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6 d. ago Israel strikes Iran’s nuclear sites and top commanders as fears grow of all

The US says it was not involved in the attack on Iran’s nuclear program and senior generals, to which Tehran has promised a “harsh response”.

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6 d. ago Australia news as it happened: Wong says Israel’s attack on Iran ‘alarming’; Air India crash kills hundreds

Look back on the news that made headlines from around Australia on June 13.

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6 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Wong says Israel’s attack on Iran ‘alarming’; Air India crash kills hundreds

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3 w. ago New Zealand teenager dies playing ‘run it straight’ viral challenge

The 19-year-old was reportedly taking part in a social media craze where players compete in full-contact collisions without protective gear.

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