Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discuss Ukraine and agree to immediately start ceasefire negotiations. 

Europe seeks a defence pact with Australia as Anthony Albanese meets Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Rome.

US President Donald Trump says peace talks between Russia and Ukraine due to be held in Turkiye today, are unlikely to achieve a breakthrough.

The Prime Minister begins his first overseas visit since his landslide election win to meet with Indonesia's new President Prabowo Subianto. 

Donald Trump lifts sanctions on Syria as he kicks off a major visit to the Middle East.

Stock markets soar as the US and China agree to a temporary tariff cut with President Trump confident he can cut a long term deal.

The Nationals and the Liberals holding leadership ballots this week - Angus Taylor takes on Sussan Ley for the job of Opposition Leader but could a surprise third candidate throw his hat in the ring? 

Joy sweeps through St Peter's Square as Pope Leo is introduced to the faithful.

Black smoke emerges from the Vatican as the Cardinals meet to choose a new Pope.

In their first meeting since his re-election ... Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney tells Donald Trump his country is 'not for sale.