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Iran's supreme leader says his father's government appointees will remain in their roles... More nations refuse to take up Donald Trump's demand on the Strait of Hormuz... And in football, Hayley Raso and Steph Catley cleared to play for the Matildas, ahead of the Asian Cup semifinal against China.

Preparations are underway for the 6776 Assyrian New Year festival at the Fairfield Showground in Fairfield. Hermiz Shahen, the President of the Assyrian National Council, who hosts the festival, spoke to SBS Assyrian and updated on the latest from the preparations for the event.

The United States says its conflict with Iran will end in the next few weeks. But, as [[x]] reports, not all indicators are pointing to that outcome, as economic concerns continue to dominate around the world, alongside the military strikes. They're the three words that dominate thoughts about the current conflict in the Middle East right around the world. How much longer?

A fifth member of the Iranian women's football team withdraws application for asylum in Australia; Israel says will continue operations in Iran and Lebanon until goals achieved... and in sport, The Matildas prepare to face defending champions China, in the Asia Cup.

World leaders agree on a record release from the global emergency oil reserves; Optus' parent company to face an inquiry over fatal triple zero outages to its network; And in football, Iran says it can't compete at this year's World Cup in the United States

The Australian government has granted humanitarian visas to seven members of the Iranian National women's football team to stay in Australia. Amidst relief from the supporters within the community and fears for the remaining players, critics say the government's proposed visa legislation will leave other visa holders in the region stranded.

In this program: Highlights from the Rabi Nimrod Simono Scholarship awards night; Oliver Slewa talking about the NSW Seniors Week and in Australia Explained, Australian Biosecurity and border protection

Reports more Iranian footballers have sought asylum in Australia; A growing body of evidence contradicts Donald Trump's claim on the school bombing in Iran; and in sport, Australian Para alpine skier Michael Milton delivers an improved performance at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Thousands evacuated in parts of Lebanon and Beirut, as Israel targets Hezbollah cells; A new federal report is showing that men remain almost twice as likely as women to earn high salaries in Australia; and in Formula One, Oscar Piastri insists he's ready to play as a team member for McLaren

The 2026 NSW Seniors Festival, formally known as Seniors Week, is celebrated each year from 2 to 15 March. This annual event recognises the valuable contributions of older adults and offers thousands of free or discounted activities across the state. Oliver Slewa explains the significance of the celebration and highlights the importance of raising awareness about caring for the elderly.

Highlights from the Rabi Nimrod Simono Scholarship Awards include interviews with top achievers who share their inspirations, dreams, and visions for the future. They discuss their goals, achievements, and how they hope to use their education and talents to contribute to the Assyrian community and to Australia’s broader society. We also feature an interview with the ceremony's keynote speaker, Dr...

Iranian women's soccer players are granted humanitarian visas to stay in Australia; Turkey warns Iran as NATO intercepts a second ballistic missile in its airspace; and in sport, Matildas to play North Korea in the Asian Cup quarter finals...

Iran prepares to officially announce the country's new supreme leader; the pope urges dialogue to end violence in the Middle East; Matildas miss out on top spot in their Asian Cup group, after a draw against South Korea.

In this program; Oliver Slewa talks about the right of employees to get paid for hours on training on a job; ALC feature about Iran war and energy crisis, and in Australia Explained, Public Housing in Australia explained

US warns war is deepening with Iran, after striking naval ship in International waters; France urges Israel not to send ground troops into Lebanon as thousands of residents flee; and in sport, Australia to join Winter Paralympics opening ceremony, rejecting boycott over Russia's inclusion...

Oil prices across the globe have surged to multi-year highs, as the war in Iran expands into a broader regional conflict. A prolonged war risks disrupting energy supply chains, particularly as key shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz are effectively closed. Analysts say impacts are already being felt - and that has implications for the global economic outlook and inflation

Israel vows to use greater and additional force against Iran and Lebanon; Australians warned against panic-buying petrol as oil prices soar; and in sport, the bravery of Iran's women's soccer team commended as they prepare to face the Matildas.

In this episode, Oliver Slewa discusses the rights of an employee who undertakes a training period at work, and whether they are entitled to be paid for the hours spent in training.

European nations announce an unprecedented nuclear deterrence plan; the Prime Minister to meet with visiting Canadian leader Mark Carney today; and in Formula One, next month's tournaments in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia under threat over safety concerns.

Iran's succession plan underway after the killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ; A group calling itself the Islamic Resistance in Iraq says it launched exploding drone attacks and in football, Sam Kerr scores the winning goal of the Matildas' Asian Cup opener against the Philippines.

Iranian-Australians are expressing mixed emotions over the US-Israeli strikes in Iran and the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While many hope his death will lead to a free Iran, others say they don't believe that Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have good intentions.

In this Program; Interview with Marie Oraham about Nimrod Simono Scholarship, Oliver Slewa talking about Rental Bond in NSW, a feature about 4th anniversary on Ukraine War

Police probe a wider network after a Sydney grandfather's alleged kidnapping and murder; A record 129 journalists killed worldwide last year; And in sport, New Zealand strengthen semi-final hopes with dominant T20 World Cup win over Sri Lanka

The EU pledges continued support for Ukraine with new sanctions; The Prime Minister returns to his official residence after a bomb scare and in sport, Sam Kerr eyes a home crowd advantage as the Matildas target a second Asian Cup title.

Federal government says planning is underway for Australia's first high-speed rail line; Ukrainians mark four years of war; and in sport, Multiple football matches postponed after violence in Mexico.