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China accuses Australia of 'systemic racism', 'hate crimes' after human rights concerns raised

China accuses Australia of 'systemic racism', 'hate crimes' after human rights concerns raised

China defends Xinjiang/Tibet policies, calling them internal affairs. It accuses Australia of racism and rights abuses in response to criticism.

Daniel Khalife jailed for spying for Iran and prison escape

Daniel Khalife jailed for spying for Iran and prison escape

Daniel Khalife, 23, jailed for 14 years, 3 months for spying for Iran & escaping prison. He passed secrets and fled while awaiting trial.

‘Colonial erasure’: Iran slams Trump plan to ‘clean out’ Gaza

‘Colonial erasure’: Iran slams Trump plan to ‘clean out’ Gaza

Iran condemns Trump's Gaza relocation plan as "ethnic cleansing." Regional opposition grows; Egypt & Jordan reject accepting Palestinians. Netanyahu visits Trump.

Analysis: Jordan faces ‘geopolitical blackmail’ after Trump Gaza demand

Analysis: Jordan faces ‘geopolitical blackmail’ after Trump Gaza demand

Trump suggested transferring Palestinians to Jordan/Egypt, which Jordan rejects. Experts warn aid leverage could destabilize Jordan, forcing alliance shifts.

Trump to withdraw US from UN Rights Council, extend UNRWA funds ban: Report

Trump to withdraw US from UN Rights Council, extend UNRWA funds ban: Report

Trump plans to cut US ties & funding to UN agencies, including UNRWA & Human Rights Council, during Netanyahu's visit. This echoes past withdrawals.

Premier says NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen 'paid high price' over her use of taxpayer-funded driver as she steps down

Premier says NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen 'paid high price' over her use of taxpayer-funded driver as she steps down

NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen resigned after using taxpayer-funded drivers for private events. Premier Minns accepted, citing "unacceptable" behavior. New, stricter rules enforced.