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Senior US official warns of North Korean nuclear threats and help for Russia

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell says that Washington and its allies are “alarmed” by North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats as well as its increasing military support for Russia’s war in Ukraine, but said he couldn’t confirm Ukrainian claims that Pyongyang was also sending soldiers to fight for…

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US And Israel Coordinating Response To Iran Missile Attack

US State Department emphasizes caution in response to Iran's missile attack on Israel, highlighting shared concerns and coordination efforts to prevent fur...

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In global game of influence, China turns to a cheap and effective tool: fake news

In its bid for global influence, China is expanding its use of propaganda and fake news throughout the world, often disguising it with fake journalists and dubious sites posing as legitimate news sources

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China The Top Challenge In US History, Top Diplomat Says

China presents the top challenge to the United States in its history, surpassing the Cold War, a top US official said Wednesday, as he urged Europe to get tougher on Beijing.

International Business Times

US hints at allowing Ukraine to strike deep inside Russia, enraging Putin

If Washington expands weapons authorisation, NATO will be directly involved in the war, says the Russian leader.

Al Jazeera

US, Australia not 'divvying up' Pacific policing

America is working with Australia, New Zealand and Pacific nations to determine where it best fits into regional law enforcement, a top official says.

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Albanese’s hot mic moment in Tonga lights up China’s WeChat groups, and they’re not happy

Beijing’s official reaction to Albanese’s comments has been fairly mild. Not so the response in the Chinese blogosphere.

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$Pacific leaders' summit erases mention of Taiwan after Chinese anger, fracturing a shaky accord$

Pacific leaders' summit erases mention of Taiwan after Chinese anger, fracturing a shaky accord

Turmoil over China’s influence in the affairs of South Pacific island nations has flared as it emerged that a Pacific leader at the region’s most important diplomatic summit apparently pledged to erase an affirmation of Taiwan’s involvement in the meeting from its closing statement

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Albo accused a journalist of acting unethically. Did they?

Has the PM got a solid grasp on what journalistic ethics actually are? One expert says no.

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Shadows of US-China contest over Pacific Islands Forum

Attempts by the Solomon Islands to downgrade the membership of Taiwan at the Pacific Islands Forum appear set to fail.

AAP

Australian PM caught on camera joking with senior US official over funding of Pacific policing plan

Anthony Albanese tells journalists to ‘chill out’ over comments filmed in the wings of Pacific Islands Forum

The Guardian - AU

'Take the lane': Albanese denies US Pacific police plan

A video of what Anthony Albanese calls a "private conversation" with US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell shows a chummy relationship on Pacific policing.

AAP

Big Polluters Urged To Pay As Key Pacific Summit Opens In Tonga

Emissions-belching nations were challenged to stump up for climate-related damage as a key Pacific islands summit opened on Monday, with low-lying Tuvalu declaring: "If you pollute, you should pay."

International Business Times

US Says China Fears N.Korea Crisis After Putin Trip

China, despite its public alliance with Russia, is worried North Korea could be emboldened into starting a regional crisis following President Vladimir Putin's visit, a top US official said Monday.

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US renews warning it's obligated to defend the Philippines after its new clash with China at sea

The United States has renewed a warning that it’s obligated to defend its close treaty ally a day after Filipino navy personnel were injured and their supply boats damaged in one of the most serious confrontations between the Philippines and China in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea

Al Jazeera

S Korea, US ‘closely monitoring’ potential Putin-Kim meeting in Pyongyang

Russia has promised Putin will visit North Korea after hosting its leader Kim Jong Un last September.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Russia strikes Kharkiv as Biden lets Ukraine hit back with US weapons

Russian missile hits apartment block in Kharkiv, officials say, as Biden administration allows Ukraine to target forces inside part of Russia. What we know on day 828

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 825

As the war enters its 825th day, these are the main developments.

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Sweden donates vital ASC 890 surveillance planes

Blinken says US weapon arrivals helping stabilise the front; death toll among Russia’s youngest soldiers revealed. What we know on day 827

The Guardian - AU

US military commander has ‘no idea’ how Australia’s Aukus submarines would be used in any Taiwan Strait dispute

Lt Gen Stephen Sklenka denies any expectation on Australia despite a top official predicting the pact would change how ‘our countries operate together’

The Guardian - AU

Middle East crisis: large parts of Rafah now a ‘ghost town’, says Unrwa spokesperson – as it happened

Louise Wateridge, in a post on X, said it was ‘hard to believe there were over a million people sheltering here just a week ago’

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US To Withdraw Troops From Niger Amid Diplomatic Tensions

US Deputy Secretary of State discusses US military withdrawal from Niger amid strained relations and geopolitical shifts.

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US to withdraw military personnel from Niger

The United States will withdraw its troops from Niger, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters late on Friday, adding an agreement was reached between US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Niger's leadership.

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