The Update

US President Donald Trump is still weighing up the pros and cons of joining Israel's military campaign against Iran.  Bali's airport has reopened - after a volcanic eruption saw dozens of flights cancelled or delayed.  AND Delta Goodrem has tied the knot in a star-studded destination wedding! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Real Story, with Israel and Iran now engaged in battle and Donald Trump weighing up options for the United States to get involved, there are real concerns we are on the cusp of World War III. Former Australian diplomat, now Director of the Public Opinion and Foreign Policy Program at The Lowy Institute Ryan Neelam joins Joe with his expert analysis of the situation. Plus new polli...

US President has refused to say whether America will step in as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues A repatriation flight has reportedly touched down in Israel  Flights to Bali resume And Princess Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer has signalled tax reform may be on the way -- warning the current budget isn't sustainable. The P-M meantime is considering a trip to Europe as early as next week to attend the NATO security summit. And Beyonce and Jay Z reportedly have lawyers at the ready See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed a meeting with Donald Trump is being rescheduled, after it was cancelled last minute. Four teenagers will face court, accused of a horrific sex attack on a teen girl in South Western Sydney.  AND Ariana Grande shares some sad personal news with her fans! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US President suggests there could be American involvement in Israel's war with Iran  The PM will continue holding talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit Disgraced singer R Kelly rushed to hospital after overdosing on medication in prison And the world's best airlines have been named   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions leave Tehran over Donald Trump warnings. Whatsapp is getting advertising. And Beyonce wraps up the London leg of her Cowboy Carter tour   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has seemingly snubbed our Prime Minister - just hours before a scheduled sit down over in Canada.  The prosecution will continue its closing address to the jury in Erin Patterson's murder trial in Victoria.  AND Justin Bieber shares another concerning post to his socials See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conflict between Israel and Iran is escalating with a barrage of strikes in the region  Security, tariffs and the global economy set to dominate talks when world leaders meet at G7 Summit  Gunman identified in Bali ambush  And Sabrina Carpenter scores her first ever number one debut single with "Manchild" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government officials are drawing up plans to extract hundreds of Australians who are stuck in Israel and Iran as tensions flare. Defence, trade and critical minerals have been high on the agenda during talks between the P-M and his Canadian counterpart. And Charlie xcx sneaks in live music in London. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defence Minister Richard Marles maintains the Australian Government are confident the AUKUS agreement is still on-track with the US.   Indonesian police continue to hunt two hitman, who allegedly gunned down two Australians at a luxury Bali villa. AND Rumor Willis has shared a touching Father's Day tribute to dad Bruce Willis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Iran have traded fresh strikes as the conflict in the Middle East escalates Anthony Albanese locks in a meeting with Donald Trump  A major manhunt continues in Bali for the gunmen behind a deadly shooting at a villa And Prince William celebrates Father's Day  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two gunmen are on the run after shooting a Melbourne man dead and injuring another in Bali Anthony Albanese locks in meeting with Trump Amazon announces major Australian investment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has launched retaliatory attacks on Israel PM heads for US with hopes of a meeting with Trump Black box found in Air India wreckage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's claimed Iran had stockpiled enough enriched uranium to build a nuclear bomb within weeks. Experts are predicting interest rates could drop below 3 per cent by early next year. And Dua Lipa is getting set to tie the knot! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East - with Israel striking dozens of military and nuclear targets in Iran. Experts are looking at whether technical error or power loss caused the crash of an Air India plane just after take off. AND Dua Lipa has finally confirmed she's engaged!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds killed after a passenger plane crashed in a residential area in India  The Prime Minister jets off on a critical overseas trip today  More troops are preparing to mobilise across the US as protests continue And one lucky winner takes out the entire 100 million dollar Powerball jackpot   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government is playing down the U-S's decision to review the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal. After eight days of intense questioning, accused mushroom killer Erin Patterson has wrapped up her time in the witness box. And Flowers have been placed on the Beach Boys star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame following the death of Brian Wilson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The CEO of Monash IVF has reportedly stood down - as the company handles yet another procedure mix-up. A former US government official has warned a cancellation of the AUKUS agreement would be 'detrimental' to everyone involved.  AND The music world continues to pay tribute to Beach Boys lead singer Brian Wilson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Real Story, Joe looks at the immigration protests in Los Angeles - why they're happening and Australia has become embroiled in the demonstrations. Plus shock as the axe is swung on The Project and Q&A; Tasmanians in limbo as with the Governor hesitant to call a state election; and Australian retailers losing out as the illegal tobacco trade hits $8 billion and the government c...

The Pentagon has launched a review of the AUKUS Submarine deal  Protesters return to the streets of downtown Los Angeles after the first night of a curfew Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82 And the 100 million dollar Powerball jackpot is up for grabs tonight   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police have been detaining protesters in L-A -- after they refused to disperse when a curfew came into effect. The Opposition argues Australian sanctions against two Israeli Ministers could further inflame tensions here. And Could Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom separating? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two more Aussie journalists have reportedly been injured, as the LA riots enter a fifth day... The Federal Gov has issued sanctions against two Israeli Ministers - for allegedly inciting violence against Palestinians.  AND Justin Baldoni's legal team have taken aim at Blake Lively!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 people have been killed ad 12 others injured in a school shooting in Austria  The California Governor has filed an emergency motion to block Donald Trump's deployment of the marines and National Guard Australia joins four other nations in sanctioning two of Israel's government ministers   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Aussie journalist has now been caught up in tear gas as police dispersed crowds protesting immigration raids in Los Angeles. Aussies are now paying more for a house with the average cost of a residential dwelling passing the million dollar mark for the first time. And Blake Lively has broken her silence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.