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Under international law, when can a country declare war on another?Was it legal for Israel and the United States to have carried out "pre-emptive" airstrikes across most of Iran's provinces, which started the war? The USA says the attacks were justfied, because of an imminent threat from Iran's nuclear programme, and Israel claims it acted in self-defence. The Israeli President went further - telling the BBC that focusing on the legality of the war instead of regional security is "mind-boggling" to him. And what of Iran's response? Was it reasonable under international law? In the last few weeks, practically all its Gulf-state neighbours have been targeted, as well as its drones or missiles landing in Syria, Cyprus, Turkey and Azerbajan. So does the Iranian retalliation justify the American and Israeli attacks under international law? And if any country breaks international laws - are there any real consequences? Presenter: Dr Joelle Grogan Producers: Ravi Naik and Charlotte Rowles Editor: Tom BigwoodContributors: Susan Breau, Professor of International law at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, University of London Christian Henderson, Professor of International Law, University of Sussex Éamon Chawke, intellectual property, data protection and commercial law solicitor, Briffa Legal
WAG THE DOG – WILL TRUMP'S WAR TAKE THE FOCUS OFF EPSTEIN& NETANYAHU CORRUPTION ALLEGATIONSCOMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 125Steven Tripp is joined by writer, researcher and political commentator, Victor Dalziel (PhD). The two discuss Victor's recent Substack article, in which he discusses whether Trump's war on Iran is being used as a distraction away from the Epstein files and the ongoing corruption proceedings against Israeli President, Benjamin Netanyahu.Steven also poses the question of whether Trump really understands his base, or even cares about them, after many top political allies and independent media commentators now feel betrayed after previously supporting his anti-war rhetoric. To contact or follow Victor Dalziel (PhD), visit: https://victordalziel.substack.comSHOW YOUR SUPPORT for Commanding the Narrative by donating – your support is much appreciated! https://www.commandingthenarrative.com/donate https://www.buymeacoffee.com/commandingthenarrative KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL OUR PODCASTS AND ARTICLES, visit:https://www.commandingthenarrative.com To become a Member of Australians for Better Government, visit: https://www.australiansforbetter.com/joinCONTACT US BY EMAIL:commandingthenarrative@outlook.com Hosted by:Steven Tripp is one of Australia's most prominent politicians and political commentators, known for his incisive analysis and fearless approach to addressing the Nation's challenges. With a deep understanding of policy and a reputation for sparking meaningful debate, Steven guides conversations with his signature clarity and passion for Australia's future.https://x.com/RealStevenTripp https://www.facebook.com/theRealStevenTripp https://spectator.com.au/author/steven-tripp Follow Commanding the Narrative on: Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/CommandingTheNarrative Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GIXhHBogM1McL5EPGP3DT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommandingTheNarrative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commandingthenarrative X: https://x.com/commandthenarra YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commandingthenarrative Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/commandingthenarrative Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@ExCandidates Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commanding-the-narrative/id1631685864 Please share and spread the word!
Jacob Grech, activist and broadcaster, turns the story of Jeffrey Epstein upside down.Dr Helen Rosenbaum talking about her family background and her journey to membership of Jewish Council of Australia.Dr Binoy Kampmark and the denial of human rights for the people of the Chagos Islands.Dr Helen McQue and the untold story of violence, prejudice and exclusion of Muslim women in Australia.Peter Slezak, prominent Jewish academic, explains why he opposed the visit to Australia of the President of Israel.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has been visiting Australia this week as a guest of the Australian Government. Every courtesy was extended to Israel's Head Of State and this visit has generated a lot of controversy, not just here.
Friday Headlines: We’ve won our first gold at the Winter Olympics, Liberal leadership spill today, Israeli President's visit to Australia wraps, ICE agents to pull out of Minnesota, Katie Holmes pays tribute to Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek and Kylie Minogue's been honoured with her very own Barbie collector doll. Deep Dive: Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights has never been short on drama - but the latest big-screen adaptation is generating heat long before the final act. Starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, “Wuthering Heights” leans hard into sex and spectacle, sparking backlash and fresh debate over casting, race and portrayals of abuse. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by LiSTNR Entertainment reporter Justin Hill to unpack the hype, and whether this gothic tragedy has been reborn for a new generation or rewritten beyond recognition. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thousands in Melbourne protest against Israeli president's visit to Australia; Angus Taylor expected to challenge for the Liberal leadership today; And in sport, the IOC bans a Ukrainian skeleton racer over a tribute helmet.
A man has been detained over the disappearance of 84yo Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie; All eyes are on Canberra waiting to see if the Liberal leadership spill will happen today; Hundreds of people have turned out to protest the Australian visit of the Israeli President as his trip takes him to Canberra; A record of a call US President Donald Trump made back in 2006 challenges how much he knew about Jeffrey Epstein's underage sex trafficking ring; A Norwegian Winter Olympian is going viral for admitting to the world that he cheated on his girlfriend; Britney Spears has reportedly sold off the rights to her music catalogue for an undisclosed sum THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire MurphyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Australia has played host to Israeli President Isaac Herzog this week. Herzog addressed a gathering in Sydney this week that included the Prime Minister.Meanwhile, outside a large demonstration against his visit became violent with multiple arrests and accusations of police brutality.Was this visit a good idea? Would it provide the Jewish community with a sense of security? Or ignite the already febrile political atmosphere?GUESTS:Josh Bornstein is a prominent lawyer, free speech advocate and Jewish Australian. He argues the visit to Australia by Israel's president, Isaac Herzog, has deepened divisions in Australia over the Gaza war. Meanwhile, Jeremy Leibler, also a lawyer and president of the Zionist Council of Australia, says the Herzog visit comes after Australia's worst terrorist attack, motivated by anti-Semitic hatred and brings comfort to a grieving Jewish community.
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about violent clashes between police and protesters rallying in opposition to the controversial visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
Dozens of people have been arrested after a demonstration against Israel's visiting president descended into chaos. New South Wales Police say 10 of the 27 people arrested on Monday night were taken into custody for assaulting police, while witnesses have alleged that some officers were seen beating and deploying pepper spray at attendees. - Десятки людей были задержаны после того, как демонстрация против визита президента Израиля переросла в хаос. Полиция Нового Южного Уэльса сообщает, что 10 из 27 человек, арестованных в понедельник вечером, были задержаны за нападение на полицейских, а свидетели утверждают, что некоторые сотрудники полиции избивали участников и применяли против них перцовый газ.
More arrests as protests against the Israeli President's visit continue with the Prime Minister calling for those involved to 'turn the temperature down'.
More arrests as protests against the Israeli President's visit continue with the Prime Minister calling for those involved to 'turn the temperature down'.
Dozens of people have been arrested after a demonstration against Israel's visiting president descended into chaos. New South Wales Police say 10 of the 27 people arrested on Monday night were taken into custody for assaulting police, while witnesses have alleged that some officers were seen beating and deploying pepper spray at attendees. - Piştî xwepêşandaneke li dijî serokê Îsraîlê ku veguherî nearamiyê, bi dehan kes hatin girtin. Polîsê New South Wales dibêje 10 ji 27 kesên ku şeva Duşemê hatine girtin, ji ber êrîşa li ser polîsan hatine girtin, di heman demê de şahidan îdia kirine ku hin efser hatine dîtin ku li beşdaran dixistin û spreya îsotê bikar tînin.
The New South Wales Premier rejects claims of police brutality after violence erupts at a Sydney protest against the visit of the Israeli President.
Dozens of people have been arrested after a demonstration against Israel's visiting president descended into chaos. New South Wales Police say 10 of the 27 people arrested on Monday night were taken into custody for assaulting police, while witnesses have alleged that some officers were seen beating and deploying pepper spray at attendees. - پس از آنکه تظاهرات اعتراضی علیه سفر رئیس جمهور اسرائیل به آسترالیا به خشونت کشیده شد، ده ها تن در سیدنی بازداشت شدند.پولیس ایالت نیو ساوت ویلز می گوید در شب دوشنبه از میان ۲۷ تن ، ۱۰ تن به اتهام حمله بالای پولیس بازداشت شده اند.در همین حال، شماری از شاهدان ادعا کرده اند که برخی افسران پولیس با معترضین برخورد خشونت آمیز کرده و از گاز اشک آور استفاده شده است.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is on a four-day visit to Australia. On 9 February, his first stop was Bondi, where he paid tribute to victims of a terror attack in December. The visit has been met with protests nationwide, and on Monday night, a demonstration in Sydney escalated into disorder, resulting in multiple arrests. NSW Police confirmed that 27 people were arrested, including 10 who were taken into custody for allegedly assaulting police officers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he was “devastated” by the events at the Sydney protest.
Listen to the Top News of 10/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit sparked chaos and protests in Australia, with 27 people arrested in Sydney following Monday night's rally. Thousands of people gathered at a protest rally held by Palestine Action Group, but some members of the crowd wanted to march on to NSW Parliament. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says protestors tried to break through police blockades, forcing police to take action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Protesters against the Israeli President clash with police in Sydney, the Coalition reunites for a second time. Plus, aged care crisis worsening under Labor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After the horrific Bondi terrorist attack Prime Minister Anthony Albanese invited the Israeli president to come to Australia.It's a visit welcomed by prominent Jewish groups, but President Isaac Herzog is a controversial figure. Opponents, including some pro-Palestinian and human rights activists take issue with his past comments about Gaza and his role in representing the state of Israel. New South Wales authorities are trying to block any marches through Sydney, but protesters are vowing to press ahead.Today, ABC Global Affairs Editor Laura Tingle on the controversy surrounding the visit. Featured: Laura Tingle, ABC Global Affairs Editor
A last-ditch court bid to stop police using extra powers curtailing protests against the Israeli president is underway; Shaken Liberal MPs are considering rolling their leader within days, after another dire opinion poll showed the party's popularity plummeting to historic lows; More than 600,000 women are benefiting from cheaper medicines in the first year of Australia’s landmark health package; Iran has sentenced Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi to another seven years in prison after she began a hunger strike; and Puerto Rican pop superstar Bad Bunny brought the party to the Super Bowl halftime show. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Ailish DelaneyAudio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Sussan Ley's newspoll shocker. *Greens party room reno hits $2 million. *Israeli President arrives in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Israeli President Isaac Hertzog's visit to Australia begins, so too protests in Sydney's centre, set to culminate this evening.
Dozens of people have been arrested after a demonstration against Israel's visiting president descended into chaos. New South Wales Police say 10 of the 27 people arrested on Monday night were taken into custody for assaulting police, while witnesses have alleged that some officers were seen beating and deploying pepper spray at attendees.
Thousands of protesters meet in Sydney amid the Israeli President's visit, a Liberal MP delves into the Coalition trainwreck as Pauline Hanson surges in the polls, and the Super Bowl performance divides the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Israeli President has just arrived in Sydney for an official state visit in the wake of last year's Bondi terror attack. Police have been given special powers ahead of the protests against Isaac Herzog's visit. Brad Foster joins Jesse to discuss this and other notable stories from across the Tasman.
*Sussan Ley's newspoll shocker. *Greens party room reno hits $2 million. *Israeli President arrives in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday Headlines: Violence erupts at Sydney protests against Israeli President’s visit, King Charles 'ready to support' police investigation into Prince Andrew, Communications Minister seeks urgent meeting with Roblox over predator claims, and Elon Musk switches Space X’s focus to the moon. Deep Dive: Big tech is under fire for failing to protect Aussie kids from online sexual abuse, including a sharp rise in sextortion and abuse via video calls and livestreams. Reports to the Australian Federal Police jumped 41% last year, showing just how fast the problem is growing. In part one of this special two-part deep dive, Chris Spyrou chats with co-lead of the CSAM Deterrence Centre and asociate professor from the University of Tasmania, Joel Scanlan.In part two, Sacha Barbour Gatt chats with Brisbane radio host Matt Acton, a dad whose son was targeted by an online sextortion scam, on what he wishes he’d done differently and what parents need to know. If you need help, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or reach out to 1800 RESPECT. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Israeli President Isaac Hertzog's visit to Australia begins, so too protests in Sydney's centre, set to culminate this evening.
Listen to the top News of 09/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.
*Sussan Ley's newspoll shocker. *Greens party room reno hits $2 million. *Israeli President arrives in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The New South Wales Premier urges calm in the face of protests over the Israeli President's Sydney visit; Sussan Ley denies speculation she will be removed as Opposition leader, as the Coalition reunites; and in sport, American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has surgery after a crash at the Winter Olympics.
Controversy continues over the Israeli President's visit; Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in jail; and in sport, Seattle Seahawks win a second Super Bowl title.
In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea unpacks the Supreme Court challenge to allow protestors to demonstrate against Israeli President Herzog’s visit. Plus, hospital fail forces Perth woman to give birth on freeway See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Israeli President arrives in Sydney, with protesters to march in defiance of a police order; A landslide win at the polls for Japan's ruling government; and in N-R-L news, Broncos prop Payne Haas to move to the Rabbitohs at the end of the year.
Monday Headlines: Sussan Ley could face leadership spill within the week, Sydneysiders told to avoid non-essential travel during Israeli President’s visit, Tropical Cyclone Mitchell approaches Exmouth, Christchurch mosque terrorist to appeal sentence, fears Australia is on track to becoming an “artless country” and The Super Bowl is on today. Deep Dive: Protests are planned in every capital city across the country today in protest of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s official visit to Australia. While Anthony Albanese says the trip is appropriate and aimed at promoting unity, critics argue it risks deepening divisions as the war in Gaza continues, and allegations of war crimes dominate global scrutiny. In this episode of The Briefing, we hear from lawyer Josh Bornstein and Greens Senator David Shoebridge who help us unpack why Herzog’s visit is so divisive and what it reveals about protest, social cohesion, and Australia’s relationship with the Israeli government. You can read the Zionist Federation of Australia’s December 23 statement here.Further listening from the headlines:Obsession drove Joey Watson into the warped mind of a terroristBad Bunny’s historic halftime show Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Legal challenge targets extra police powers for the Israeli president's visit to Australia; the Christchurch Mosque gunman's appeal hearing is set to begin; Gout Gout will skip this year's Commonwealth Games to focus on the world under-20s.
A deal to reunify the Liberals and Nationals, A heavy police presence for the Israeli President's visit, And in golf, Elvis Smylie makes a dazzling debut on the Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour.
Anger builds ahead of the Israeli president's arrival; reports the coalition is poised to reunite; Australia's first medal hope dashed at the Winter Olympics.
Listen to the top News of 07/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.
The so-called Islamic State group claim responsibility for suicide bomber attack in Islamabad; New South Wales Premier appeals for calm across state ahead of Israeli President's visit; Australian freeskier Daisy Thomas ruled out of first event following crash at training.
In Australia the upcoming visit by Israel's President Isaac Herzog is causing division and widespread comdemnation due to allegatoins he incited genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen.
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Paul Bongiorno, veteran political reporter with 30+ years of experience and columnist for The Saturday Paper.
Friday Headlines: Deadline looms for Coalition reunion, Penny Wong defends Israeli President’s visit among death threats, Queensland man charged with 596 child abuse offences, child vaccination rates plunge to 30-year low and footy fandom has tangible impact on our stress levels. Deep Dive: The Super Bowl halftime show is set to make history this year, with Bad Bunny becoming the first artist to perform solely in Spanish - sparking both celebration and backlash. From a supermarket job in Puerto Rico and SoundCloud uploads to Grammy wins and four years as Spotify’s most-streamed artist, his rise has reshaped global pop music. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou is joined by Seany B from the HIT Network’s The Pulse to unpack Bad Bunny’s rise to superstardom, why this moment matters, and whether his Super Bowl stage could double as a political statement. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this wide-ranging interview with Nour Haydar, federal Labor MP Ed Husic voices his opposition to an upcoming visit by Israeli president Isaac Herzog and cautions against attempts to clamp down on protests. He also criticises the finger-pointing by politicians after the Bondi attack and the relative silence following the bomb threat at an Invasion Day rally in Perth
Fresh police search for Dezi Freeman at Mount Buffalo National Park; Pro-Palestine activists vow to make Israeli President uncomfortable during Australia visit; and in soccer Mary Fowler makes triumphant return as Manchester City thrash Chelsea 5–1.
The approaching visit to Australia of the Israeli President Isaac Herzog is already dividing opinion, as anger about the Israel-Palestine conflict continues.