700+ Australian troops embedded with US, UK amid Iran tensions
Australia's defence chief reveals 729 ADF personnel are embedded with US and UK forces, with defensive roles only, as Middle East conflict reignites.
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Coalition warns of Labor division over AUKUS
The Coalition has seized on growing divisions within Labor over AUKUS, warning that uncertainty around the submarine program is deepening after senior figures questioned the landmark agreement.
Labor Silent on AUKUS Sub Preference as Scrutiny Grows
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher refuses to explain why the government's preference for used AUKUS submarines was hidden for over three years, as scrutiny of the $368bn deal intensifies.
Minister defends secondhand Aukus submarine deal
Pat Conroy says three used Virginia-class nuclear submarines from the US will be cheaper to buy and run, dismissing Ed Husic's criticism as 'disingenuous'.
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Military Chiefs Defend Secrecy on Weapons Delays
Top Australian military leaders have justified withholding information about delayed weapons schedules, citing national security concerns during a parliamentary hearing.
Defence Chief Grilled on AUKUS Changes at Senate Estimates
Defence officials will face tough questions on AUKUS changes as Senate estimates resume. Health, Treasury, and other agencies also appear.
Australia Wanted Secondhand Nuclear Subs in AUKUS
Australia's preference was for secondhand nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS, defence secretary says. Also, ADF troops to train Ukrainian fighters in Poland.
Expert Backs Second-Hand Sub Deal After AUKUS Meeting
Security expert Peter Jennings supports Australia's revised AUKUS plan to receive three second-hand Virginia-class submarines, citing US building capacity constraints.
Coalition slams Labor over $10bn veterans' payments in defence
The Coalition has accused Labor of inflating defence spending figures by including over $10 billion in veterans' welfare payments, questioning the transparency of Australia's military budget.
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Labor MP Ed Husic splits with PM over AUKUS deal
Labor MP Ed Husic has called on Prime Minister Albanese to hold a new caucus vote on AUKUS, arguing the deal has changed due to US production delays. Shadow defence minister Paterson urges Husic be reined in.
Aukus Sub Deal: Australia Buys Secondhand US Subs
Australia will buy three secondhand Virginia-class submarines from the US under Aukus, instead of a mix of old and new. The decision raises questions about the alliance and the cost of the deal.
AUKUS ‘Full Steam Ahead’ with New Undersea Vehicles, US Warns Iran
AUKUS partners advance unmanned undersea vehicles under Pillar Two, while US Secretary of War warns military operations in Iran could resume if no deal is reached.
Australia to Get Three Second-Hand Submarines Under AUKUS
Australia will acquire three second-hand Virginia-class submarines under a revised AUKUS approach, replacing a planned mix of new and used vessels. The deal includes $8 billion for infrastructure.
2026 Defending Australia Summit: Readiness in Age of Conflict
Live from the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, the 2026 Defending Australia summit explores 'Readiness in the Age of Conflict' with defence leaders and government officials.
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AUKUS to Protect Undersea Cables Amid Seabed Conflict Risk
Defence Minister Richard Marles warns seabeds are becoming battlefields as AUKUS partners develop new technology to protect undersea cables from threats, urging China to be transparent.
Japan Defence Minister Hits Back at China Over Militarism Claims
Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi defended Tokyo's military buildup at the Shangri-La Dialogue, rejecting China's 'new militarism' label and highlighting Beijing's own nuclear arsenal and lack of transparency.
Naval Expert Urges Calm Over AUKUS Submarine Changes
A naval defence expert calls for calm after critics claim Australia is being duped in the AUKUS submarine deal, as Canberra opts to buy three used Virginia-class subs instead of new ones.
AUKUS Bait and Switch: Australia Gets Inferior Subs
Australia will receive three second-hand Virginia-class submarines instead of the original deal. The US-modified agreement reduces firepower, raising concerns about the unequal partnership.
Husic Stirs AUKUS Debate; Garrett Leads Inquiry
Internal Labor dissent over AUKUS resurfaces as Ed Husic calls for a new caucus vote. Former minister Peter Garrett heads a public inquiry into the submarine deal, with crossbenchers demanding transparency.
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Garrett to Lead Independent Aukus Inquiry
Former Labor minister Peter Garrett will head a community-based inquiry into the $368bn Aukus submarine pact, citing lack of parliamentary scrutiny.
Husic Warns Aukus Submarine Deal at Risk
Labor MP Ed Husic has warned the Aukus submarine deal is at risk due to slow US production and Trump's transactional approach, urging a backup plan.
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