Guardian Australia columnist Paul Daley warns that Australia's refusal to challenge Donald Trump's aggressive Iran stance could dangerously entangle the nation in a conflict driven by US-Israeli interests.
King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark have started their six-day Australian state visit with a sunrise trek to Uluru's Muṯitjulu waterhole, echoing Princess Diana and Prince Charles's 1983 tour. The trip aims to strengthen trade ties, focusing on clea
In the second week of the US-Israel war on Iran, Trump administration officials made increasingly inconsistent claims about the conflict's duration, from 'minor excursion' to 'we won'.
The Foreign Office has issued urgent guidance for British nationals in seven Middle Eastern countries, detailing registration procedures and safety measures as RAF jets patrol Bahrain skies.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has revoked the visa of Donald Trump's adviser Darren Beattie, retaliating after the US denied a visa to Brazil's health minister. The move highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper discusses the UK's stance on the US-Israel bombardment of Iran, her meetings with Marco Rubio, and the challenges of maintaining independent foreign policy amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Moscow and other major Russian cities face over a week of internet outages, forcing residents to rely on walkie-talkies, pagers, and paper maps for communication and navigation.
The UK Foreign Office has identified 47 countries where British citizens should avoid travel entirely or partially due to security threats, conflicts, and risks of detention.
King Charles has spoken on Alberta separatism and First Nations issues during a visit to Canada, emphasizing unity and reconciliation in a significant diplomatic address.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel announces negotiations with US officials to address bilateral differences and the economic blockade, as Cuba faces severe crises.
Micheál Martin's traditional St. Patrick's Day visit to Washington becomes a potential diplomatic minefield amid tensions over foreign policy, corporate tax, and immigration with the Trump administration.
A new UN agreement marks a historic shift by extending justice protections to incarcerated women for the first time, addressing systemic gaps in global gender equality efforts.
Analysis shows Trump's approach to Iran highlights strategic vulnerabilities, risking global stability and undermining diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.
The UK Foreign Office has issued its highest-level travel warnings for 11 nations, citing extreme dangers ranging from armed conflict to terrorism and detention risks for British nationals.
Mohammad Pournajaf, Tehran's former charge d'affaires in Canberra, sought protection in 2023 and has been granted asylum, a government source confirms. The defection follows similar asylum cases involving Iranian athletes.
A fascinating social media divide has emerged: American Gen Z embraces 'Chinamaxxing' lifestyle trends while Chinese internet users dissect the US 'kill line' concept of social collapse.
A 60-year-old British tourist faces charges under UAE cybercrime laws for allegedly having video of Iranian missile strikes on his phone, highlighting strict regulations on sharing conflict material.
Iraq's national security adviser has called on Australia to repatriate suspected Islamic State fighters transferred from Syria, amid regional instability and diplomatic tensions.
A British lawyer detained in Dubai warns influencers face severe penalties for posting about the Iran conflict, as authorities enforce strict content rules to protect the city's image.
China's National People's Congress is poised to pass a new ethnic unity law, mandating Mandarin as the default language in schools over minority tongues like Tibetan and Uyghur, alongside environmental and economic plans.
The European Union's response to the Middle East conflict reveals deep internal divisions, strategic miscalculations, and a failure to uphold international law, with critics labeling Europe as 'stunned, sidelined, and disunited'.
Lord Peter Mandelson requested a £547,201 payout after being dismissed as UK ambassador to the US, but settled for £75,000 with the Foreign Office, official documents reveal.
Argentina has formally requested asylum in Brazil following political instability from recent elections, raising regional tensions and diplomatic concerns.
Iran's ambassador to Cyprus confirms Mojtaba Khamenei was injured in the attack that killed six family members, including his father, and discusses the circumstances of the succession.
As tensions escalate, Iranian exile groups including MEK and Reza Pahlavi lobby Washington for recognition as potential leaders in a post-regime Iran, mirroring historical Iraqi opposition dynamics.
A political chant during a Chinese Taipei match at the Women's Asian Cup has ignited diplomatic tensions, highlighting ongoing sovereignty disputes in international sports.
Japanese Ambassador Hiroshi Suzuki commemorates 15 years since the 2011 earthquake, highlighting Britain's crucial support and the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations.
Jeremy Carl, nominated for a key State Department role, faces criticism for his past statements on immigration and foreign policy, raising concerns about his suitability.
Hungary impounds millions in cash and gold from Ukraine, sparking accusations of banditry and deepening diplomatic rifts as battlefield claims and war crimes reports emerge.
Sky News podcast examines how the Iran conflict is evolving into a worldwide crisis, with analysis of new leader Mojtaba Khamenei and regional implications from Qatar to Tel Aviv.