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Macron's motorcade blocked by Trump security in NY

A major diplomatic incident unfolded in New York as French President Emmanuel Macron's convoy was reportedly obstructed by security arrangements for former US President Donald Trump near the United Nations headquarters.

UN Chief Warns World is Fracturing into Hostile Blocs

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the UN General Assembly of a dangerous new era of geopolitical divisions, criticising the Security Council's failures and highlighting the growing influence of the expanded BRICS alliance.

Trump's Taiwan arms freeze sparks trade deal fears

Exclusive: Reports that Donald Trump has paused critical weapons aid to Taiwan have raised alarm among security experts, who fear the former president may be using the island's security as leverage in trade negotiations with China.

Australia-PNG Defence Treaty Faces Major Delay

A landmark security treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea faces significant delays due to internal opposition in PNG, raising concerns over China's growing influence in the Pacific region.

Albanese's PNG security deal mission fails

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's crucial diplomatic mission to Papua New Guinea has ended without a landmark security treaty, dealing a significant blow to Canberra's efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.

Albanese faces Pacific backlash over Woodside gas decision

Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure from Pacific leaders over the controversial Woodside North West Shelf extension, overshadowing the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands. The decision tests Australia's climate commitments and

UK's HMS Prince of Wales Leads Naval Drills with South Korea

In a powerful demonstration of Global Britain, the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Prince of Wales conducts joint exercises with South Korean forces in the Indo-Pacific, underscoring the UK's commitment to regional security and its strategic tilt towards the re

Albanese Counters China in Vanuatu as Nature Laws Stall

Australian PM Anthony Albanese makes a strategic visit to Vanuatu for the Pacific Islands Forum, aiming to reinforce regional ties and counter China's growing influence, while back home, the government faces a critical battle over stalled environmental la

Townsend Extends Scotland Contract Until 2026

Head coach Gregor Townsend signs a contract extension with Scottish Rugby, committing to lead the national team through to the 2026 season following a successful autumn campaign.

Hurricane Kiko Upgraded to Category 4, Hawaii Monitors

Hurricane Kiko has been rapidly upgraded to a Category 4 storm, churning dangerously in the Eastern Pacific. While its direct path remains uncertain, forecasters warn Hawaii must remain on high alert for potential severe weather conditions in the coming d

Australia: US Aid Cuts Under Trump Would Help China

Exclusive survey reveals Australian foreign policy experts fear drastic US aid reductions under potential Trump administration would create power vacuum in Pacific, directly benefiting China.

UN Must Recover Moral Courage on Palestine, Ukraine, Sudan

As crises in Palestine, Ukraine, and Sudan escalate, the United Nations faces a defining moment. This analysis argues the UN must reclaim its founding principles and act with decisive moral courage to avert catastrophic human suffering and restore its fad

Australia Deepens Defence Pact with PNG in Pacific Power Play

Australia signs a sweeping new defence agreement with Papua New Guinea, escalating a fierce diplomatic battle with China for influence in the Pacific region. The deal grants significant military access, marking a new phase in regional security.

I Stayed on 'Cursed' Island Where Locals Are Fleeing

A travel journalist's dream trip to the Pacific paradise of Niue turns into a shocking discovery of a 'cursed' island battling depopulation, crippling costs, and a hidden darkness behind its idyllic facade. This is not your typical holiday review.

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