Today
Trump urges Israel and Saudi Arabia to normalise ties after Iran war
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils new fuel security powers amid a deepening supply crunch; an Iranian strike wounds US troops and damages aircraft at a Saudi base; Follow live updates.
Yesterday
Australia warns travellers of strikes on Dubai hotel; US deploys ‘drone speedboats’
DFAT has urged travellers to seek shelter over possible strikes on a Dubai hotel; Drone speedboats have been deployed into the Middle East; Anthony Albanese says six tankers of fuel en route; direct talks with Malaysia for supply ongoing. Follow live.
This Month
Pentagon reportedly plans ‘final blow’ in Iran; Trump threatens more bombings
The US is reportedly preparing options for a dramatic military escalation in Iran; Israel says it has killed the head of the IRGC navy. Follow live updates.
Pentagon ramps up defence supplies; Iran says it will target US aircraft carrier
The IRGC has made a mockery of the US 15-point plan in a video response; US deploying thousands of paratroopers to Middle East in coming days. Follow live.
Missile strike on Tel Aviv; airlines cancel more flights
An oil supertanker has crossed the Strait of Hormuz; Flight cancellations continue; Power lines in Kuwait damaged and blackouts ensue; Victorian teachers go on strike.
Trump backs off on US strikes on Iran energy plants for five days
Trump announced the postponement after the US and Iran had “good and productive” talks about ending the war; Iran’s Revolutionary Guard threatened to hit electricity plants. Follow live updates.
Iran hits back at Trump, threatens attacks on key infrastructure
Iran has fired missiles at Saudi Arabia after its unsuccessful strike on Diego Garcia; Donald Trump gives Iran a 48-hour deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz. Follow live updates.
Malinauskas wins South Australian election as Liberal vote plummets
One Nation’s rise continues as out polls the Liberal Party across South Australia; Liberal vote collapses in urban seats. Follow live updates.
Iran says it’s building more missiles; Israel launches new strikes on Tehran
Israel has begun a fresh wave of strikes against Tehran; US and Japan announce plans to build modular nuclear reactors in Tennessee and Alabama. Follow live.
New attack on Kuwait oil refinery; Qatar’s LNG facilities struck
Qatar’s LNG facilities have been struck again, causing further damage and fires; Jim Chalmers has downgraded Australia’s productivity outlook. Follow live updates.
Top Iranian official says Strait of Hormuz won’t return to pre-war status
Iran continues to choke crucial oil and shipping traffic in the strait; Iranian foreign minister says the “wave of global repercussions has only begun and will hit all”. Follow live updates.
Israel says it has killed Iran’s security chief
There are conflicting reports about the fate of Ali Larijani, the Iranian security chief; The Treasurer says government modelling does not suggest a recession. Follow live.
Trump demands help to reopen Hormuz; Key oil port hit again
Drone attack hits Dubai airport fuel tanks, but some flights are being resumed; Israel has begun a “focused ground activity” in Southern Lebanon; NSW and SA premiers implore people not to panic buy fuel. Follow live updates.
Israel denies reports of interceptor shortages, talks with Lebanon
Trump calls for sign of life and surrender from Iran’s supreme leader; Iranian drone hits Iraqi oil refinery. Follow live updates.
Missile hits US Embassy in Iraq; US begins emergency oil release
A missile struck a helipad inside the Embassy; Trump says US “obliterated” military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island amid deployment of additional forces to the region; Fuel transport companies push for urban petrol rationing. Follow live updates.
Trump tells G7 that Iran is ‘about to surrender’: reports
The president has reportedly told G7 leaders that Iran is about to surrender; Four US crew members killed in plane crash. Follow live updates.
Eight killed in Beirut car strike; container ship near UAE hit
Eight people have been killed and 31 injured after an Israeli strike hit a car in Beirut; A container ship near the UAE has been struck, causing a fire. Follow live updates.
IEA recommends huge release of oil stockpiles; Drone strikes at Dubai airport
The international energy agency is recommending the biggest release of oil reserves in its history as the war triggers wild price swings. Follow live updates.
Tears and anguish as Iran soccer team fly home
Remaining members of football team depart Gold Coast hotel, reports of potentially more defections; US vows to destroy the remaining Iranian missile launchers. Follow live updates.
New Iranian leader reportedly wounded in airstrike
Iranian media reports that the new Iranian Supreme Leader has been injured; The largest oil refinery in Bahrain has been struck by Iranian missiles and cannot operate as usual. Follow live updates.
