US Politics

Global tensions are impacting fuel deliveries to Australia, with Chris Bowen confirming shipments have been delayed amid the Strait of Hormuz disruption.

Republicans should not panic, insists the White House. ‘NO PANICANS!’, it tweeted on March 14th.

US President Donald Trump has taken a thinly-veiled swipe at the Albanese Government, saying he was ‘surprised’ Australia said no to joining American military efforts against Iran.

Donald Trump says the US is considering winding down its military efforts in the Middle East, saying his country’s objectives against Iran were ’very close’ to being met.

Three US officials have revealed the military is deploying thousands of additional troops to the war-stricken region.

By diminishing the president’s political superpowers, his reckless campaign may make him more dangerous

US President Donald Trump has welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to the White House, joking to her about Pearl Harbour, drawing a very uncomfortable reaction.

Could Donald Trump’s war still turn out all right? Of course. But for now, he appears to have put America in a terrible situation.

US President Donald Trump says his administration were not advised about Israel’s strike on the South Pars gas field, issuing a grim threat as security in the Middle East deteriorates.

Trump’s Iran war is more unpopular than any recent conflict and the resulting fuel crisis could cost his presidency

European powers have responded to the war in Iran but on their own terms, with leaders diplomatically saying their countries aren't part of the conflict.

All but one of the 12 voting members of the US Federal Reserve has voted to keep rates at a range of 3.5 to 3.75 per cent.

Australia is being urged to resist Donald Trump’s push for support in the Iran war, as pressure mounts on allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.

President Donald Trump’s attack of US allies, including Australia, for not sending military support to the Middle East has been criticised by both sides of parliament.