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Former FBI Director, James B. Comey appears before the Senate Intelligence Committee on June 8, 2017.
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The Washington Post

Ex-FBI chief pleads not guilty in false statements case

James B. Comey pleaded not guilty in a case that has become a focus of concern about pressure by President Donald Trump to prosecute opponents.

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Celebrations erupt in Gaza, Israel over ceasefire deal
US Politics
Aaron Patrick, Max Corstorphan and Kimberley Braddish

Celebrations erupt in Gaza, Israel over ceasefire deal

US President Donald Trump said he plans to travel to Israel on Sunday or Monday, around the time the last 20 hostages would be released after two years in captivity.

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Peace talks between Israel and Hamas resumed at an Egyptian resort city on Tuesday.
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SAMY MAGDY and DAVID RISING

Gaza peace talks gain momentum on war’s grim anniversary

The second day of indirect negotiations at the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh focused on the plan proposed by US President Donald Trump last week that aims to bring about an end to the war.

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National Guard personnel on the Washington Monument grounds, on the National Mall in Washington.
US Politics
The New York Times

Donald Trump’s use of National Guard sparks alarm

Donald Trump’s domestic use of the National Guard marks a major shift from its traditional humanitarian role, as thousands of troops are deployed in Democratic-led cities.

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US President Donald Trump has joked around with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of talks.
US Politics
Maria Cheng and Andrea Shalal

Trump promises trade fairness for Canada

Donald Trump vowed to ‘treat Canada fairly’ in new tariff talks with Mark Carney, but pressure is mounting as punishing trade measures continue to hit key industries.

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US submarine production needs to rise from 1.2 Virginia-class submarines a year to 2.33 annually. (Colin Murty/AAP PHOTOS)
Politics
Staff Writers

‘Distressing surprise’ as US AUKUS review drags on

A key Pentagon official says US submarine production needs to rise from 1.2 Virginia-class submarines a year to 2.33 annually to meet AUKUS obligations.

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US Attorney General Pam Bondi defended her record in a Senate hearing on Tuesday.
US Politics
The Washington Post

Trump official erupts over Epstein questions

US Attorney General Pam Bondi has defended her record in a Senate hearing, clashing with Democrats who accused her of weaponising the agency to target President Donald Trump’s foes.

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President Donald Trump says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs a US peace-plan. (AP PHOTO)
US Politics
Nidal al-Mughrabi and Maayan Lubell

Israel ‘cautiously optimistic’ amid Hamas ‘manipulation’ fears

As indirect talks in Egypt mark the second anniversary of the Gaza war, Israeli officials have expressed cautious hope for progress while warning that Hamas may seek to manipulate the process.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese received a personal letter from United States President Donald Trump ahead of their October meeting.
US Politics
Thomas Henry

Trump’s ‘lovely’ letter to Albanese revealed post-meeting

Anthony Albanese has revealed that Donald Trump sent a ‘lovely letter’ inviting him to the White House ahead of their Oval Office meeting.

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President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela at a news conference in Caracas, Venezuela, Sept. 15, 2025.
US Politics
The New York Times

What we know: Trump, drug cartels, Venezuela, war

The Trump Administration has escalated tensions with Venezuela, authorising US military strikes in the Caribbean that it claims target drug smugglers.

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Donald Trump has sent the National Guard to several US cities including Washington DC.
US Politics
Nate Raymond and Dietrich Knauth

Chicago sues Trump over National Guard deployment

The lawsuit is the fourth legal action opposing US President Donald Trump's unprecedented use of soldiers to police US cities.

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The sun sets at the peace square in the Red Sea city of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, where Israeli and Hamas officials are set to hold indirect talks on a Gaza ceasefire.
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World
The Washington Post

Gaza ceasefire talks begin as Israel pummels enclave

Israel and Hamas have gathered in Egypt for indirect talks over a US-backed plan to end the Gaza war after months of deadlock.

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US President Donald Trump, UFC president Dana White.
World
Kimberley Braddish

Trump to host UFC fight at White House for his 80th birthday

US President Donald Trump has confirmed plans to host a major UFC fight on the White House lawn to celebrate his 80th birthday next year. 

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The US government shutdown is continuing as politicians fail to agree on a bill funding services. (AP PHOTO)
US Politics
The New York Times

‘The right deal’: Trump willing to negotiate on US shutdown

President Trump said he was open to meeting with Democrats to end the impasse. Senator Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, denied any talks were underway.

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President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a joint press conference announcing the US peace plan for Gaza.
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World
The New York Times

Strong-armed by Trump, Netanyahu paints deal as personal win

The Israeli PM claims the Gaza plan is the result of a diplomatic move that he had coordinated over weeks, and jointly presented, with Mr Trump. Mr Trump told it a bit differently,

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