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US submarines carrying nuclear weapons could dock in Australia despite ban, Senate told

Defence secretary appears to contradict previous assurances from Penny Wong that only conventionally armed submarines will visit Australian ports under Aukus deal

The Guardian - AU

Deadline warning surfaces as US backs nuclear subs deal

Australia is gearing up for key talks with the US over its nuclear-subs deal after receiving a long-awaited review of the $368 billion pact from the Pentagon.

AAP

Chalmers cheers OpenAI’s new $7bn Sydney datacentre; emergency bushfire warnings in NSW – as it happened

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Hypocrisy and folly: why Australia’s subservience to Trump’s America is past its use-by date

Clinton Fernandes has established himself as one of the most original and insightful analysts of Australian security policy. An early career with the Australian Army Intelligence Corps no doubt gave him an inside view of the ideas that influence security policy in this country.

The Conversation

Morning Mail: Hong Kong tower block inferno, John Kerry’s advice to Australia, survivor tells of Chilean mountain horror hike

At least 36 dead after fire engulfs high-rise housing blocks; US statesman urges government to use Cop leadership to seal fossil fuels deal

The Guardian - AU

Warning regional threats demand more integrated defence

Defence spending needs to increase for Australia to have the robust and integrated military needed to counter regional threats, the head of a think tank warns.

AAP

War and truth-telling warrant reflection this Remembrance Day. That takes more than just a minute

Remembrance is a conscious act – political, cultural and personal. Today it is worth reflecting on who and what we commemorate, and what we choose to omit

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Deputy PM recasts Labor as 'the party of defence'

Red meat was thrown to Labor's party faithful in WA as the state was talked up as the future hub of Australia's defence strategy.

AAP

Australia Just Helped China's Nuclear Program — And Nobody Noticed Until Now

Australia supplies 74% of the world's zirconium reserves, critical for nuclear fuel rods and hypersonic missiles. Chinese firms now control major Australian mines despite AUKUS security partnership. Investigation reveals 300% increase in China's zirconium exports to Russia since Ukraine war began.

International Business Times

Luminary wants brave choices to halt Australia's slide

A former Reserve Bank governor has called for courageous decisions from Australia's leaders on the nation's budget, economy and strategic interests.

AAP

AUKUS subs deal won't be expanded to include Japan: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been invited to Japan after a 'positive' meeting with the Asian nation's newly-elected prime minister.

AAP

Anthony Albanese Praises Kevin Rudd As ‘Outstanding’ After That Awkward Trump Moment

Anthony Albanese has come to Kevin Rudd’s defence after he copped that infamous “I don’t like you” sledge from U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Morning Mail: US pushes for Aukus tweaks, environment reforms to target company profits, and how to keep pets cool

Prime minister addresses concerns about American comments on ‘ambiguity’ of pact; tips to protect animals as temperatures set to soar

The Guardian - AU

Australia's great timing in mega-deal with Donald Trump

Australia's critical minerals deal could be a boon for local miners but the timing is also to US President Donald Trump's advantage as he tangles with China.

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The Independent UK

Trump tells Australian ambassador to his face: ‘I don’t like you either’

In an earlier interview that resurfaced in 2024 when he was confirmed as ambassador, Rudd had called Trump ‘a village idiot’ and ‘not a leading intellectual force’

Euronews

US and Australia sign critical minerals deal as a way to counter China

Beijing recently said it would tighten rare earth exports, prompting the US to impose further tariffs on Chinese goods. Now, Australia and the US are looking to counter China's dominance of the critical minerals market.

The Conversation

Can Albanese claim ‘success’ with Trump? Beyond the banter, the vague commitments should be viewed with scepticism

By all the usual diplomatic measures, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s meeting with US President Donald Trump was a great success.

The Conversation

Albanese’s first meeting with Trump goes well, apart from clip over the ear for Kevin Rudd

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s first formal face-to-face meeting with US President Donald Trump has landed a major deal on critical minerals and secured a positive response from the president on the future of AUKUS.

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AAP

'I don't like you either': Trump hits back at Rudd

Snarky remarks from Donald Trump directed at ambassador Kevin Rudd have been dismissed as 'tongue in cheek' humour following crucial talks at the White House.

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Donald Trump Tells Kevin Rudd ‘I Don’t Like You’ In The Middle Of White House Meeting

It wouldn’t be a Donald Trump press event without at least one wild moment, and this time it was Kevin Rudd who was the target.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Albanese signs $8.5bn deal with Trump, ANZ bonuses criticised, claim Prince Andrew ‘tried to hire internet trolls’

Prime minister secures Aukus support and signs $8.5bn critical minerals deal in Washington visit

International Business Times

Trump Says Australia Will Get Submarines As PM Visits

US President Donald Trump said Australia would get coveted nuclear-powered attack submarines and signed a deal on rare earth minerals with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House on Monday.

The Conversation

Flattery or calm confidence? How Anthony Albanese should handle Donald Trump at the White House

The long-awaited meeting between US President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is finally set to happen in Washington this week.

AAP

PM lands for Trump talks as leaders bullish on subs

The pressure is on the prime minister to deliver results on tariffs, submarines and more in his first major meeting with US President Donald Trump.

AAP

Albanese bound for critical talks with Donald Trump

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has left Australia en route for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump.

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