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Major fire at Viva Energy refinery may affect Australia’s fuel availability

A major blaze at one of Australia’s last operational refineries has disrupted petrol production, raising concerns over fuel supply amid an ongoing global energy crisis linked to the Iran conflict.

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Trump-Modi call spotlights Hormuz crisis as leaders discuss energy security, strategic ties

40-minute conversation focused on West Asia tensions, open sea lanes and upcoming India-US deals, signaling efforts to steady bilateral relations.

US deploys 10,000 more troops to Middle East amid rising Iran tensions

Despite signalling that the conflict with Iran could end soon, the United States is expanding its military presence in the region with additional troops and naval assets as tensions remain high.

IAEA warns North Korea boosting nuclear weapons capability amid rising activity at key sites

The UN nuclear watchdog has flagged a “very serious increase” in North Korea’s nuclear weapons production capacity, citing expanded operations at Yongbyon and signs of new enrichment facilities.

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Trump rules out ceasefire extension as Iran crisis deepens, Hormuz blockade faces resistance

US says no ships crossed in first 24 hours of naval clampdown, while fresh diplomatic moves emerge amid rising global anxiety.

Iran condemns ‘insult’ to Pope Leo after Trump’s remarks spark backlash

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticised US President Donald Trump’s comments targeting Pope Leo XIV, calling them disrespectful and defending the pontiff’s calls for peace amid the ongoing conflict.

Kim Jong Un oversees naval cruise missile test, signals push to strengthen nuclear forces

North Korean leader supervised the launch of cruise and anti-ship missiles from a naval destroyer, as Pyongyang continues efforts to expand its military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.