Europe's strategy of appeasing Donald Trump has failed, leading to new tariff threats over Greenland. The crisis raises profound questions for Australia about its US alliance and global security.
Speculation mounts over Kevin Rudd's successor as US Ambassador. Former envoy Arthur Sinodinos reveals key contenders and the demanding nature of the Washington role. Read the latest analysis.
Kevin Rudd's departure as US ambassador presents a pivotal moment for the Albanese government to reassess and strengthen Australia's crucial alliance with the United States. Read the analysis.
Former Hunter MP Joel Fitzgibbon emerges as a leading candidate to become Australia's next ambassador to the United States, succeeding Kevin Rudd. Read the latest speculation.
PM Albanese confirms Kevin Rudd will conclude his US posting in 2026, praising his pivotal role. A national day of mourning is declared for Bondi attack victims as bushfire efforts continue.
Analysis: From the Concert of Europe to the UN, history shows the catastrophic cost of rejecting international law. With recent US actions, the world risks a failure it cannot afford.
Western Australia's Jewish leaders say Prime Minister Anthony Albanese must take concrete steps to regain their trust following his government's stance on the Gaza conflict. Read the full story.
Donald Trump's military removal of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro forces uncomfortable choices on principles, international law, and the global drug trade. Analysis for an Australian audience.
The US announces a major foreign policy shift, planning to withdraw from over 50 international organisations. Experts warn of global power vacuum and impacts on Australia. Read the full analysis.
The US Coast Guard has boarded and seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela's 'ghost fleet', escalating tensions with Moscow. Experts say the move asserts US maritime authority.
Europe's weak response to Trump's threats against Greenland and US actions in Venezuela risks NATO's collapse and emboldens Russia. Analysis by Australian academics.
Senior US figures defend the lawful capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro on narco-terrorism charges, dismissing fears of prolonged conflict and highlighting regional security aims. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive data reveals foreign embassies and diplomats in Canberra have failed to pay more than $63,000 in traffic fines, with speeding in school zones among the offences. Discover which nations are on the list.
Donald Trump's military operation to oust Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela is a high-stakes gamble with clear successes and looming risks. We analyse the action and what comes next for the region.
Protests erupt in major Australian cities as the US detains Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. While some condemn the action, others celebrate the authoritarian leader's downfall. Get the full story.
The illegal seizure of Venezuela's president by the US, driven by oil interests, shatters international law and threatens global stability. Experts warn of a dangerous precedent.
President Trump's abduction of Venezuela's leader and military strikes mark a perilous shift in US foreign policy, with experts warning of global consequences. Read the full analysis.
All victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar have been identified, with more than half being teenagers. One Australian was among the injured.
Danish and Greenland leaders urge US President Trump to stop threats against the Arctic island, following the Venezuela operation. Read the latest on the escalating diplomatic row.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in US custody after a daring Delta Force operation in Caracas. Experts warn the unprecedented arrest sets a dangerous global precedent. Read the full breakdown.
The Trump administration faces intense global scrutiny after capturing Venezuela's president. Australian leaders question motives and warn of dangerous precedent. Watch the video.
Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro is in US custody after a military operation. Experts urge Australia to forge its own strategic position, distinct from the US, as protests are planned across Australian cities.
Australia calls for a Venezuelan power transition reflecting the people's will after US military action captures President Maduro. Smartraveller issues urgent 'leave now' advice for Australians.
President Nicolas Maduro has been captured after a large-scale US attack on Venezuela's capital. Get the latest on the escalating conflict, the history of tensions, and what happens next.
Australian officials are working to confirm the reported death of Russell Allen Wilson in Ukraine. DFAT warns against all travel to the active warzone.
The Bondi Junction stabbings force Australia to confront a grim global pattern of Islamist terror, mirroring France's long battle since the Charlie Hebdo attacks.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch expresses frustration as alleged drug trafficker Arash Ebrahimi-Far remains in Iran, delaying justice for six years. Read the latest on the stalled extradition case.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirms the Afghan embassy in Canberra is no longer viable, putting Ambassador Wahidullah Waissi's diplomatic future in doubt. Read the full story.
By 2100, Australia transforms into a hybrid Pacific-Eurasian nation of 55 million, led by an ethnic Chinese PM, navigating a world where China is the dominant global power.
Donald Trump's leaked 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine has hardened battle lines instead of fostering diplomacy. Discover why the plan is pushing Europe closer to a major conflict.