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Australia urged to lasso US back to Indo-Pacific region

Australia should use its close relationship with the US to convince it to devote more time and attention to the Indo-Pacific, a former senior official says.

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US Expresses Grave Concern Over South Korea Martial Law

The US closely monitors South Korea's martial law declaration, expressing concern and reaffirming alliance.

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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.

AAP

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

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

The Independent UK

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.

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International Business Times

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.

The Independent UK

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.

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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.

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 Official: Unlikely For Israel To Achieve Total Victory In Gaza

US and Israel in deliberations over Gaza strategy; US emphasizes political resolution over military victory.

The Guardian - AU

US won’t guarantee Australia will have complete control of Aukus submarines

US Aukus commitment should not be doubted, says assistant secretary of state, while refusing to be drawn on lingering concerns about the sale of nuclear submarines

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