‘Endangering our security’: Frydenberg lashes Wong and Burke after Bondi terror attack
Former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has launched a blistering attack on the Albanese government’s response to hate speech and extremism, accusing senior ministers Penny Wong and Tony Burke of failing to protect Jewish Australians in
Trump turns up the heat: Australia pressured to boost defence spending or face trade penalties
The Trump administration is putting mounting pressure on Australia to drastically increase its defence spending, aligning with NATO’s new benchmark of 5% of GDP. While NATO allies recently accepted this demand, Australia is resisting calls
Sussan Ley Vows to Boost Female Representation in Liberal Party Amid Quota Debate
Sussan Ley, newly elected leader of the federal Liberal Party, has pledged to increase the number of women within the party’s ranks, acknowledging a deepening gender divide that contributed to the Coalition’s landslide defeat at
Australia sets tougher PFAS guidelines amid health concerns — But experts warn of high costs
The Australian Government has introduced stricter national limits on cancer-linked “forever chemicals” in drinking water, in a move welcomed by health and environmental experts—but one that could impose significant financial burdens on communities, particularly in
Australia designates white supremacist network Terrorgram a terrorist organisation
In a decisive move to combat domestic extremism, Australia has formally designated the white supremacist online network Terrorgram as a terrorist organisation. The announcement, made by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke on Thursday, grants law
Key quad meeting in Washington: Australia at the forefront of Indo-Pacific strategy
In a pivotal diplomatic gathering on July 1, the foreign ministers of the United States, India, Japan, and Australia will convene in Washington for the 2025 Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, with US Secretary of State
No panic at the pump: Fuel prices hold steady despite Iran-Israel ceasefire
Despite recent tensions in the Middle East and fears of a global oil shock, fuel prices across Australia have remained surprisingly steady. The ceasefire between Iran and Israel — announced after a series of intense
PULS missile system paves the way for Greece’s “Achilles Shield” as defence cooperation with Israel and UAE deepens
Greece is moving decisively to strengthen its military deterrence, following parliamentary approval for the acquisition of the Israeli-made PULS multiple rocket launcher system, a key component of the country’s planned multi-layered air and missile defence architecture known as the “Achilles Shield”. The Special Standing Committee on Armaments Programs of the
Greece: A Key U.S. ally in energy security and strategic cooperation
In a rapidly shifting global energy landscape, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum hailed Greece as an “exceptional partner” of the United States, underscoring its pivotal role in ensuring Europe’s energy security and independence.
Defence Minister Nikos Dendias condemns attack on Makis Voridis and family as a “disgrace for democracy”
Greece’s Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, has publicly condemned an attack on government minister Makis Voridis and members of his family, describing the incident as “a disgrace for our democracy.” In a post on
President Sakellaropoulou’s tearful farewell to Dionysis Savvopoulos
“Savvopoulos was the voice of an entire Greece” — emotional scenes at the farewell of the legendary songwriter With words filled with emotion, President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou paid tribute to Dionysis Savvopoulos,
Mounting Concern over Water Shortage – Government Actions and Sharp PASOK Criticism
A high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was held at the Maximou Mansion to address Greece’s growing water scarcity problem, which has worsened after consecutive dry years. According to government sources, the meeting
Koukolopoulos follows Gervoulanos in warning over PASOK’s stagnant polls
Greek MP and former minister Paris Koukolopoulos has announced that he may raise the issue of PASOK’s stagnant polling in party bodies if there is no recovery by Christmas. Speaking after Pavlos Gervoulanos referenced the
Mitsotakis rules out Turkey’s participation in EU SAFE program amid Aegean disputes
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has reiterated that Turkey cannot participate in the EU’s Strategic Armaments Framework (SAFE) program as long as it maintains a casus belli against Greece and disputes the sovereignty of Greek
Robert Fico confronts Brussels, claiming EU has abandoned democracy
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has crossed a line Brussels hoped no European leader would openly cross — and he has done so publicly. In a sweeping and highly confrontational statement, Fico accused the European Union of suppressing free speech, manipulating democratic processes, enforcing double standards on energy policy, and
Trump “fires shots” at UN and EU: Tough stance on Putin and fierce criticism on migration and climate
In a speech that caused a stir, Donald Trump fully exploited the podium of the UN General Assembly in New York, turning his address into political theatre. For nearly an hour, the American president attacked
Australia, UK and Canada recognise Palestinian statehood in historic shift – Netanyahu furious
Australia has taken a historic step, joining Britain and Canada in formally recognising an independent and sovereign Palestinian state. The move, announced late Sunday (Sept 22), marks a major break from decades of Western policy
Bombings, demolitions, and displacements: Gaza hit relentlessly by Israel
The situation in the Gaza Strip is worsening dramatically as Israel continues intense airstrikes and ground operations, triggering a massive humanitarian crisis. Dozens of Palestinians are being killed daily, while hundreds of thousands are being
Australia to recognise Palestine: Albanese calls for peace and security
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed Australia will formally recognise a Palestinian state during this week’s United Nations General Assembly in New York, joining the UK, Canada and several European nations in a move he
New Russian provocation in the Baltic – Trump warns of “big problems” as NATO remains on full alert
A new violation of Estonian airspace by three Russian MiG fighter jets has triggered a major diplomatic crisis and heightened tensions across the Baltic region. According to Estonia’s foreign ministry, the jets entered Estonian airspace
NATO on high alert after Putin’s provocations – Emergency council meeting next week
The West has gone on high alert following a series of new Russian provocations that escalated tensions in the Baltic region. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte praised the Alliance’s “swift and decisive response,” noting he held
