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Israel's attack on Evin Prison in the Iranian capital of Tehran on Monday killed at least 71 people, according to Mizan, the news outlet of the Iranian judiciary.

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While Israel's war on Iran claimed hundreds of Iranian lives and dozens in Israel, Palestinian villages were being showered by missile debris and interceptor shrapnel. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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At least 13 books have been banned in Malaysia this year — ranging from romance books that have gone viral on TikTok, to children's and young adult fiction that explore gender and sexuality www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Trump says he could bomb Iran again, as number of Australians and family members registered with DFAT crisis portal grows to 3,200 www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Iran war and 'Trump doctrine' blur China's multipolar vision When Tehran looked for allies, Beijing and Moscow stayed on the sidelines "These organizations simply haven't gained sufficient critical mass to exercise that degree of global influence." https://trib.al/TqS8OuQ

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The Senate rejected a Democrat-pushed resolution aiming to rein in President Trump's ability to use military action against Iran without congressional approval. Read more: cnn.it/3TAbyvj

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Reuters reporting the White House has recommended terminating US funding for nearly two dozen programs that conduct war crimes and accountability work globally, including in Myanmar, Syria and on alleged Russian atrocities in Ukraine www.reuters.com/legal/govern...

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As world watched Israel-Iran war, in Gaza hundreds were killed www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Some 3,000 Australians and their family members are still waiting for help to leave Iran a week after Australia's diplomatic staff pulled out of the country. Australian-Iranians are desperate, calling for greater efforts by DFAT www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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"That's 18 months between when the ABC unlawfully fired Lattouf in a state of panic to avoid further scrutiny and pressure and when she received an apology. Eighteen months of increased attention and criticism in a failed attempt to quash attention and criticism." Analysis from Viv Kelly:

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Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles tells NATO forum that Australia wants to do everything it can to support ASEAN centrality as it is 'profoundly important' and in Australia's interests would not undermine it.

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UNICEF spokesperson James Elder warns situation in Gaza worsening as water crisis looms www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Judge: "I infer that Mr Oliver-Taylor sought to mitigate the anticipated deluge of complaints [...] In that sense, the decision was made to appease pro-Israel lobbyists who would inevitably escalate the complaints about the ABC." www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Antoinette Lattouf wins unlawful termination case against ABC www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...

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CNN reporting an early US intelligence assessment shows military strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities last weekend did not destroy the core components of the country’s nuclear program and likely only set it back by months edition.cnn.com/2025/06/24/p...

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Australia's only national survey tracking progress on reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians has recorded a near 40 per cent rise in racism during the past decade. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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How Iranian strikes against the US Al Udeid air base in Qatar unfolded www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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UPDATE Israel's military posted to Telegram around 5:00 am (0200 GMT) that it is working to intercept Iranian missiles launched a "short while ago". Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced a staggered ceasefire between Israel and Iran would begin around 0400 GMT

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ABC News is by far Australia’s top news website, with 13.9 million monthly readers – up 5.9% from April mumbrella.com.au/australians-...

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“US President Donald Trump’s second term has deepened Southeast Asian young people’s distrust of the United States due to perceived hypocrisy, erratic trade policy and unwavering support for Israel amid its war in Gaza.” eastasiaforum.org/2025/06/24/t...

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Bases, soldiers and firepower: Mapping the US military's stake in the Middle East www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Deeply strange times we live in

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"I can't really find a firm basis for this US action," Don Rothwell, a professor of international law at the Australian National University, said. "The United States has not been subject to an Iranian armed attack, so that removes its right under the UN charter." www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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The world needs a bit of beauty. Saw this stunning Javanese Ganesha 🐘 at the British Museum's "Ancient India" exhibit 🏛️. Originating c. 1000-1200 CE (Kediri/Singasari?), it sits with feet together, evoking a childlike princess from the Sumanasantaka poem. A small skull adorns its head. A beauty.

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"You convince the government of Australia — because Australia is a member of the ICC — to look into the case of president Duterte and the injustice that he is receiving." Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte holds a 'free Duterte' rally in Melbourne www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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China pushes cease-fire at UN as Asia echoes call to end Iran war https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Iran-tensions/China-pushes-cease-fire-at-UN-as-Asia-echoes-call-to-end-Iran-war

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Throughout China's rise as an industrial power since it joined the World Trade Organization on December 11, 2001 — exactly three months after 9/11 — America has been constantly sidetracked and weakened by wars and unrest. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Fresh allegations of sexual harassment and customer mistreatment have emerged against celebrated Melbourne restaurateur Pietro Barbagallo, as the Fair Work Ombudsman makes inquiries about the restaurant’s treatment of its employees. www.theage.com.au/national/vic...

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Battle to save Indonesian 'paradise' as nickel industry expands into Raja Ampat in Papua www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Huge implications from this: Microsoft cut off the email of the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, because of his work on Israel www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/t...

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How the US ousted Iran's liberal leader and ended its 'democratic transition' www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Happening now: President Trump addresses the nation after announcing strikes on nuclear sites in Iran. Watch CNN and follow live updates: cnn.it/40bMz4P

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Big win for campaigners against the Myanmar junta

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As hostilities between Israel and Iran intensify, people inside Iran who have spoken to ABC News are worried the conflict could result in high civilian deaths, but also fear what could happen if the Islamic Republic of Iran loses its grip on power. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Prabowo has declared his foreign policy philosophy is "one thousand friends and zero enemies". His visit to Russia is a timely reminder that Indonesia, the largest economy in South-East Asia, does indeed have many friends. My analysis with Erwin Renaldi: www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak discharged but not acquitted of money laundering charges www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Officials and their families have been told to suspend operations at the Australian embassy in Tehran. "We urge Australians who are able to leave Iran to do so now, if it is safe," the statement reads. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Iran's Axis of Resistance, a key tenet of its strategy of "forward defence", has proven impotent. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Iranians face a nationwide internet blackout as Israeli strikes continue to pummel the country, including the capital Tehran. WhatsApp said it is concerned Iran will block the messaging app "at a time when people need it the most" www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Thailand's government on brink of collapse after key coalition party withdraws support following leaked call www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Atomic bomb survivor, 93, appeals for peace amid Iran, Ukraine wars https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Society/Atomic-bomb-survivor-93-appeals-for-peace-amid-Iran-Ukraine-wars

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Israel would have difficulty destroying deep underground facilities in places such as Natanz and Fordow and would thus require US involvement to achieve its stated aim of crippling Iran's nuclear program www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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This could be really significant - I’m sure it won’t get the attention it deserves right now. But is this Australia (quietly) going down the same path as Canada?

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"We want the regime to fall, but not through war." Many voices of Iranians captured in this excellent story about how the conflict is affecting ordinary people. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

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Israeli troops kill at least 23 Gazans waiting for food at an aid distribution site in Rafah, medics say.

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