Australia deploys Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to Gulf as Iran conflict escalates
Australia will deploy a Royal Australian Air Force surveillance aircraft to the Middle East after a request from the United Arab Emirates, as regional tensions escalate amid Iranian attacks involving drones and rockets. Prime Minister
Global sport hit by middle east turmoil as Melbourne gears up for Formula 1 Grand Prix
Global sport hit by middle east turmoil as Melbourne gears up for Formula 1 Grand Prix as preparations are continuing as scheduled, even as the escalating conflict in the Middle East creates widespread travel disruptions
Albanese and Marles confirm Australia will not engage militarily in Iran conflict
Australia’s leadership has clarified that the country will not become directly involved in the growing conflict in Iran, even as it continues to support US-led strikes in the region. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told ABC’s
Albanese backs US action against Iran, labels regime ‘without legitimacy’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has declared that Australia supports United States efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, following the launch of American and Israeli military strikes against Iranian targets ordered by US
One Nation surge signals voter revolt as immigration and living costs reshape Australian politics
Fresh federal polling reveals a dramatic shift in Australia’s political landscape, with One Nation gaining rapid ground while support for Labor and the Greens continues to slide — a trend increasingly driven by voter anger
Coalition pushes plan to criminalise assistance to individuals linked to Islamic State
The Coalition has unveiled a proposal to introduce a new criminal offence targeting individuals who assist people linked to Islamic State, intensifying political debate over the potential return of Australians detained in Syria. The proposal
ASIO clears path for possible ban of Hizb ut-Tahrir under new hate speech laws
Radical Islamist organisation Hizb ut-Tahrir is a step closer to becoming the first group banned under Australia’s new hate speech legislation, after receiving preliminary approval from the nation’s domestic intelligence agency. Home Affairs Minister Tony
Postal voting approved for Greeks abroad
Greek citizens living abroad will now be able to participate in national elections through postal voting, after Parliament approved the relevant provisions of the Ministry of Interior’s bill with over 200 votes in favor. The legislation covers Articles 13 to 25, which deal specifically with postal voting, receiving 201 votes
Greece and Cyprus invited to Trump’s international summit on Gaza
Greece and Cyprus are among the nations invited by U.S. President Donald Trump to the new international conference on Gaza, set to take place on Monday in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. The summit is expected to
KKE to honour political prisoners with memorial event on Gyaros island
The Central Committee of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) will hold a commemorative event and pilgrimage this Saturday, October 11, on Gyaros Island — a place of exile and suffering for thousands of resistance
Farmers demand payment schedule as minister Tsiaras promises payouts “in the coming days”
Tensions are rising among farmers in Thessaly as Agriculture and Food Minister Kostas Tsiaras announced that payments to producers will begin “in the coming period,” following a lengthy three-hour meeting in Larissa with agricultural representatives,
Famellos on a possible Tsipras party: “No time to wait – progressive Greece needs initiative”
Socrates Famellos, president of SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance (SYRIZA-PA), addressed questions regarding a potential new party led by Alexis Tsipras during a visit to Pyrgos, Ilia. Speaking under the campaign slogan “Progressive Greece”, Famellos emphasized that a
New Democracy unites over AI: handshake between Mitsotakis and Karamanlis at Stylianidis’ book launch
The Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and former Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis shared a warm handshake and applause as they attended the book presentation of Evripidis Stylianidis, dedicated to the challenges and dangers of Artificial
Greece replies to Zakharova’s provocative attack: Moscow aligns with Turkey and the Republic of Skopje against Greece
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has once again adopted an openly anti-Greek tone, reviving Cold War-style rhetoric and backing Turkey and the Republic of Skopje [sic “North Macedonia”] in a direct challenge to Greece
US invasion timeline as fears mount of imminent Hormuz flashpoint
US invasion timeline as fears mount of imminent Hormuz flashpoint, with growing speculation that a ground operation targeting key Iranian islands in the Strait of Hormuz could be imminent, according to assessments circulating among former intelligence figures and regional observers. US invasion fears are rising as tensions escalate across the
The Changed Meaning Of Nationalism
Few words in the English language have such migratory meanings as nationalism. It has changed again in our time. Today The Changed Meaning Of Nationalism suggests self-determination of peoples against a growing global hegemon in
October 28th, 1940 “Oxi Day”. What is it all about and why is it so important?
October 28th, 1940, Oxi Day, a Greek National Holiday, is celebrated on October 28th by military and student parades across the country. What is it all about and why is it so important? Every year
Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has launched an attack against Iran
Pro-Western news outlet Axios reports that the U.S. and Israeli officials anticipate a military response from Iran but hope it will be limited, potentially breaking the cycle of retaliation between the two nations. The Biden
U.S. Confirms deadline given to Israel: Netanyahu’s required actions in Gaza within 30 days
The United States has confirmed that it has issued a warning to Israel concerning humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza. In a recent press briefing, U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller addressed the letter sent to
Intense exchange characterizes U.S. Vice Presidential Debate as candidates’ microphones cut by CBS
In the midst of a notably tense electoral campaign, Democratic candidate Tim Walz and Republican contender J.D. Vance faced off in their first and only vice presidential debate. With Kamala Harris and Donald Trump having
Unanimous condemnation of Iran’s attack by the EU – International reactions
On October 2, 2024, the international community has called for de-escalation following the launch of hundreds of missiles by Iran targeting Israel. During this tense period, both nations have resumed threats against each other, heightening
