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US Identifies Two Soldiers Killed in Jordan Amid Expanding Iran Conflict

The deaths raise the US military toll in the war with Iran to 17, with officials investigating remains of a missing service member.

Jul 20, 2026, 3:16 PM ABC Australia News

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Germany Joins France in Tougher Stance on China Amid Widening EU Trade Deficit

At the 2026 Franco-German Ministerial Council, Germany and France aligned on addressing the growing economic challenges posed by China, calling for stronger EU trade defense measures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 20, 2026, 12:58 PM

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Philippine Military Accuses China Coast Guard of Injuring Sailor in South China Sea Clash

A Filipino sailor was reportedly struck by a Chinese coast guard personnel during a confrontation near the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal, escalating tensions in the disputed South China Sea.

CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 11:23 AM

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Retired US Navy Admiral Warns of Iran’s Potential Moves in the Suez Canal

Adm. James Stavridis cautions the U.S. to monitor Iran’s activities in the Suez Canal amid escalating regional tensions and recent U.S. strikes.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:52 PM

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Australian Astronaut Inspires Young Space Enthusiasts at Inaugural Space Day Out

The Australian Space Agency launched Australian Space Week with an event in Adelaide that brought young South Australians face-to-face with astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg, encouraging interest in space careers.

ABC Australia News | Jul 19, 2026, 12:23 PM

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ASEAN Ministers to Meet in Manila Amid Myanmar Crisis; Indonesia Eyes Rate Hikes

ASEAN foreign ministers will convene in Manila starting July 21 to discuss regional issues including Myanmar's civil war, while Indonesia's central bank signals continued currency stabilization efforts amid economic vulnerabilities.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 19, 2026, 6:40 AM

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North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui Visits Moscow for Talks with Sergey Lavrov

Choe Son Hui arrived in Russia on July 18 to discuss bilateral relations amid ongoing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia.

CNA Latest News | Jul 19, 2026, 5:15 AM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to Attend World Cup Final at Trump’s Invitation Amid Trade Tensions

Claudia Sheinbaum will meet President Trump for the first time since December at the World Cup final, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also expected to attend amid ongoing U.S.-Mexico trade and security disputes.

CBS Politics | Jul 18, 2026, 8:02 PM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalised After 21-Day Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, protesting exam irregularities in India, was taken to hospital by police amid health concerns, sparking calls for further action from the Cockroach Janta Party.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:36 AM

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NSW Government Reviews Mental Health Care After Sydney Murder Charge

Corum Ash, released from a mental health hospital months prior, faces murder charges following the death of a Sydney grandfather, prompting urgent government review.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 1:13 AM

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ATO Faces Scrutiny Over $73.4 Million Move to New Adelaide Skyscraper

The Australian Taxation Office plans to relocate its Adelaide offices to Festival Tower Two, sparking debate over the $73.4 million fit-out cost and the necessity of leaving a relatively new building.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:54 PM

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Beijing Condemns US Semiconductor Export Controls as Threat to Global Supply Chains

China criticizes US legislative efforts to restrict access to advanced chips, warning of disruptions to global industrial networks amid escalating tech tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 8:07 PM

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Protests Erupt in Ukraine Following Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's Dismissal

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second government reshuffle of 2026 sparks public outcry amid ongoing war with Russia.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:29 PM

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South Korea Expands Defense Exports Amid Global Rearmament Surge

With rising global demand for weapons following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, South Korea leverages its manufacturing strengths and geopolitical position to boost its defense industry exports.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 2:39 PM

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Mount Gambier's 'Blue Blob' Sculpture Marks First Anniversary Amid Mixed Reactions

The controversial 'Cast in Blue' sculpture in Mount Gambier, South Australia, celebrated its first birthday, reflecting a year of public debate and community engagement.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:01 AM

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South Australian Victims Identified in Sydney Childcare Abuse Investigation, AFP Confirms

Federal police have identified a couple of alleged victims from South Australia linked to a remote Indigenous school amid charges against a Sydney childcare worker accused of abusing over 130 children.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 5:28 AM

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14-Nation Coalition Marks 10th Anniversary of South China Sea Ruling Amid Legal Disputes

A statement by 14 countries commemorates the 2016 Hague ruling on the South China Sea but highlights ongoing disagreements over sovereignty and international law.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:19 PM

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Global Views of China and Xi Jinping Improve as US Perceptions Decline, Pew Survey Finds

A new Pew Research Centre survey reveals a rebound in China’s global image and President Xi Jinping’s favorability, contrasting with a decline in confidence in the United States across multiple countries.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:23 PM

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NATO’s Eastern Flank Prepares Amid Rising Hybrid Threats from Russia

From Finland to Poland, NATO allies brace for intensified Russian hybrid warfare involving drones, cyberattacks, and sabotage.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:30 PM

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US Launches 90-Minute Air Strikes on Iran’s Greater Tunb Island Amid Rising Tensions

The US military targeted Iranian defense and missile sites on Greater Tunb Island, escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz and causing significant casualties.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:16 PM

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US War on Iran Depletes Weapons Stockpile Amid Renewed Attacks

As the US resumes military strikes on Iran, concerns grow over the depletion of its weapons inventory and delays in munitions production.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 PM

Trump’s Attorney General Nominee Faces Senate Hearing Amid Rising ICE Controversies

Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AM

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Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee in First Major Confirmation Battle Since Lindsey Graham’s Death

Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing tests Republican unity amid the Senate Judiciary Committee’s efforts to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:27 AM

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China Think Tank Warns Against European-Led NATO 3.0 Expansion in Asia-Pacific

The China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations cautions that NATO’s shift to a Europe-led model and its growing ties with Asia-Pacific nations risk deepening global strategic tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:20 AM