Australia news LIVE: Liberals see off One Nation challenge; US fast-tracks arms deals for Middle East allies
The Liberal Party won the Nepean byelection in Victoria, though the results indicate challenges ahead for the November state election. The Trump administration fast-tracked arms sales to Middle Eastern allies, bypassing congressional review, as tensions with Iran persist. Meanwhile, King Charles concluded his US tour with a visit to Bermuda.
- ▪Charges have not been filed against Jefferson Lewis, who was arrested in connection with the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby.
- ▪The Trump administration bypassed Congress to approve billions in military sales to Middle Eastern allies.
- ▪The Liberal Party claimed victory in the Nepean byelection in Victoria.
- ▪President Trump stated that military operations in Iran have 'terminated' but maintained a naval blockade of Iranian ports.
- ▪King Charles visited Bermuda after completing a four-day tour of the United States.
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Pinned post from 7.15amGo to latestWhat you need to knowBy Good morning and welcome to the national news blog from The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Follow along for rolling coverage of breaking news from Australia and around the world.Here’s what you need to know this morning:Charges are yet to be laid three days after Kumanjayi Little Baby’s accused killer, Jefferson Lewis, 47, was arrested on Thursday. Lewis was flown to Darwin for his own protection following his arrest, and has since been released from hospital into police custody.The Trump administration has bypassed congressional review to approve billions of dollars of military sales to Middle Eastern allies.The Liberal Party claimed victory in the Nepean byelection in Victoria on Saturday night, but the results suggest a…
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