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President Donald Trump has made a major call after the US-Iran ceasefire was reached.
US Politics
Max Corstorphan

‘Had enough’: Trump’s huge call after ceasefire reached

US President Donald Trump has taken to Truth Social to make an enormous call after he finally reached a ceasefire deal with Iran. 

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Albo has given Trump a serve over his language.
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Caitlyn Rintoul

‘Inappropriate’: Albanese slams Trump’s war comments

The Prime Minister has given US President Donald Trump a serve over his ‘inappropriate’ comments about Iran.

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Oil falls, Wall St futures up on Trump’s two-week peace plan.
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Tom Richardson

Oil reacts after unexpected Trump decision on Iran war

Global markets reacted sharply after Donald Trump signalled a two-week pause on Iran strikes linked to negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz deal as equity futures jumped.

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Iranian form human shields in an attempt to stop US strikes.
US Politics
Madeline Cove

‘Illegal’: Trump erupts over Iran’s human defence tactic

US President Donald Trump has unleashed over the use of human bodies as shields across Iran, following a request from the regime for youth, students and athletes to protect the vital infrastructure.

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Donald Trump has announced an Iran ceasefire, with conditions.
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US Politics
Max Corstorphan and Madeline Cove

‘World Peace’: Trump’s wild claim as ceasefire deal reached

‘CEASEFIRE’: Trump suspends planned bombing and attack on Iran

Israel confirms Lebanon not included in ceasefire

‘A big day for World Peace!’ Trump says

PM’s message to Donald Trump revealed

Bowen recaps latest fuel station figures

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US President Donald Trump has angrily singled out Australia for not supporting his war.
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Grace Crivellaro

Why Trump’s attack on Australia may not change a thing

Donald Trump's criticism of allies and threats on Iran raise pressure, but an expert says Australia is unlikely to join offensive operations despite tensions.

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US reporter Shelly Kittleson was being released, Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah announced.
Middle East
Staff Writers

Major update after US journalist kidnapped

A significant breakthrough has emerged after the journalist was kidnapped in Iraq, with officials confirming she has now been freed.

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China and Russia have voted against a resolution on the Strait of Hormuz at the Security Council.
Middle East
Staff Writers

China, Russia veto ignites global crisis over oil route

China and Russia have vetoed a UN push to safeguard shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying fears over global oil supply as Iran tensions escalate.

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FILE: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.
Middle East
Max Corstorphan

‘Human shields’: Iran’s horror plan to combat Trump’s threat

The Iranian regime has put a horrific call out to its citizens in a desperate attempt to combat US President Donald Trump’s threat to destroy power plant facilities and bridges.

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Australia and key allies are increasingly caught in a MAGA backlash over the Iran war, as Donald Trump’s rhetoric puts pressure on long-standing alliances.
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US Politics
Latika M Bourke

Australia dragged into MAGA frenzy as tensions escalate

LATIKA M BOURKE: Australia and key allies are increasingly caught in a MAGA backlash over the Iran war, as Donald Trump’s rhetoric puts pressure on long-standing alliances.

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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters during a news conference at the White House.
US Politics
Staff Writers

Trump slams Australia over lack of support on Iran

US President Donald ‌Trump has held an explosive news conference and complained about the lack of support from Australia and other Pacific allies in the Iran war.

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US President Donald Trump has issued a shocking threat to Iran, saying a ‘whole civilisation will die’ if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by his deadline on Tuesday evening Washington time.
Middle East
Katherine Kraayvanger, Max Corstorphan and Madeline Cove

‘A civilisation will die’: Trump’s shocking threat to Iran

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Kharg Island hit by US airstrikes: Reports

Trump: ‘A whole civilisation will die tonight’ if Hormuz deal not reached with Iran

Three killed in shooting outside Israeli consulate in Turkey

Fuel to be cut off ‘for years’ if Trump attacks power plants: Iran

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President Donald Trump pretends to aim a sniper gun while speaking with reporters.
US Politics
Staff Writers

‘Obliterate tomorrow’: Trump threat after Iran deal rejected

Donald Trump says Iran’s latest peace proposal is a significant step but warns it falls short of US demands as tensions rise ahead of a Strait of Hormuz deadline.

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President Donald Trump's motorcade.
US Politics
Max Corstorphan

Was Trump rushed to hospital over Easter?

If you went on social media over the Easter long weekend, you may have seen reports that the US President was rushed to hospital and that the White House was covering it up. Here’s what we know.

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The United States and Iran are in discussions over a possible 45-day ceasefire, according to reports, as efforts ramp up to de-escalate tensions and work towards a longer-term resolution.
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Kimberley Braddish

US, Iran reportedly discuss 45-day ceasefire

The United States and Iran are in discussions over a possible 45-day ceasefire, according to reports, as efforts ramp up to de-escalate tensions and work towards a longer-term resolution.

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