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Trump rhetoric undermining social cohesion in the United States

US President Donald Trump has again faced criticism for the use of heightened rhetoric in handling the Iranian conflict. In the hours leading to the current ceasefire, President Trump warned ‘a civilisation will die’ if a deal wasn’t reached. Shadow Defence Minister James Paterson told the ABC this morning, he couldn’t imagine himself or any …

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AUS-US relationship unlikely to sour despite Trump rhetoric

Looking overseas where US President Donald Trump has again criticised Australia for not helping in the Iranian conflict. It follows a string of posts from Mr Trump over the weekend with one expletive laden message on Easter Sunday including threats to attack critical infrastructure and the use of religious rhetoric sparking criticism from Islamic groups …

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Travel ban for Iranian community a concern: advocacy groups

A ban to block thousands of Iranian nationals from entering Australia on temporary visiting visas has received major criticism with some crossbenchers and human rights advocates arguing it undermines confidence in the migration system. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announced the six-month ban, saying it’s in national interest amid changing global conditions and aimed at …

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The Wire Weekly

Top stories this week: US and Israeli strikes have reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, dramatically escalating tensions across the Middle East. We speak to an Australian traveller stranded in Qatar as the conflict disrupts flights and leaves many international passengers unable to leave the region. And later today, the Australian Labor Party Government …

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Conflict Escalates after US-Israeli Strikes on Iran kill Supreme Leader Khamenei

Last weekend, coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel hit several cities in Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The attacks have drawn mixed reactions around the world. Some Iranians have welcomed the intervention, saying they hope it opens the door for democratic change. Others are mourning the Ayatollah’s death and bracing for instability. …

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