Hamas control of parts of Gaza would not be a barrier to recognition of a Palestinian state, says the Home Affairs Minister.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke and his Coalition counterpart Andrew Hastie both warned that Israel could be in breach of international law.

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WHEN the Australian Prime Minister whips out his phone and insists on taking a selfie with you, you know you're not in ...

The two governments announced Tuesday that Japan and Australia will jointly develop new warships. This is expected to invigorate Japan’s defence industry.

Japan has struggled to export cutting-edge defense equipment. However, past disappointments have been turned on their head ...