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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets Japan's new prime minister; Hamas expands its search for bodies of hostages in Gaza ;and in golf, Australia wins the International Crown women's team event in South Korea.

The Assyrian Australian Association has outlined several major projects for the next two years. The Association’s Secretary, Joe Joseph told SBS Assyrian that the team is determined and focused on achieving its goals, which include hosting the Gilgamesh Festival at the University of Sydney, constructing a new cultural centre on the Association’s premises, and expanding the Ashurbanipal Library.

P-M Albanese says there's more to come on the critical minerals deal with Donald Trump; the U.S. to impose "substantial" sanctions on Russia over its war in Ukraine; and in cricket, Australia wins against England in the Women's World Cup...

U-S to announce substantial Russia sanctions; Australian Defence official to be sent to Israel as part of US-led mission; and in cricket, Australia wins against England in Women's World Cup.

Sargon Warde, principal of Nissibin Language School—one of the six Assyrian language schools in Sydney participating in the first Assyrian Language Schools Seminar—spoke to SBS Assyrian about the importance of such gatherings in fostering discussion and finding practical solutions for improvement and development. This seminar was organised by Athree Assyrian Centre.

In this program: Interview with Alber Sleemon about Gala Fashion Show; interview with Oliver Slewa about graduation night for the Assyrian Future Leaders course organised by Shayna Humanitarian and Multicultural NSW. Interview with Sargon Warda about the Assyrian language schools' first seminar. NACA feature about the Hiest of Louvre Musium

P-M Albanese says there's more to come on the critical minerals deals with Donald Trump ; Australia criticises China for unsafe military conduct after another incident in the air over the South China Sea;and in sport, The Wallabies arrive in Tokyo ahead of rugby union test against this weekend.

The UK to send soldiers to Israel for a Gaza ceasefire monitoring mission; Australia's P-M says the U-S could still seek changes to AUKUS; and in sport, Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury sues his former manager.

French President Emmanuel Macron says everything is being done to catch the people behind a spectacular jewel heist at the Louvre, the latest in a series of museum robberies. After the brazen theft of some of France's crown jewels in broad daylight, staff and union representatives say not enough has been done to guard the objects and people at one of the world's most famous galleries.

srael's military says it has 'resumed enforcement' of a Gaza ceasefire, after launching strikes in the enclave; AUKUS and trade tariffs on the agenda as Anthony Albanese meets Donald Trump; and in sport, Australia beat India in the O-D-I series opener in Perth.

Challenges reported in identifying bodies exchanged in hostage-detainee swap under Gaza truce deal; The national group representing Australia’s carers says the group is experiencing lower levels of wellbeing in the last 12 months; AND and in sport ,a team of female Indigenous footballers is preparing to make history when they compete at the First Nations Football Festival this week in Dubbo

Gaza's Health Ministry says more bodies received from Israel show signs of "torture and execution"; Investigations underway after shots are fired and a car torched in suburban Sydney; and in sport, R360 boss hits back at Australian Rugby League chief Peter V'Landys.

The Athree Assyrian Centre is organising a seminar with five Assyrian non-government language schools in Sydney to discuss their activities and explore new ideas to further develop Assyrian language education and teaching methods. Mr. Nimrood Sliwa, Director of Literature and Education at the Centre, told SBS Assyrian that the Centre continually strives to present programs and seminars aimed at in...

In this program: interview with Oliver Slewa and Deena Yako about the petition for refugees in Turkey; Part two of an interview with Frank Gilbart about his film SON OF ASSYRIA; NACA feature about the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Hamas has returned more bodies of Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross in Gaza. Questions remain over sustainable peace in the Middle East, with uncertainty about how to resolve sticking points in Donald Trump's 20-point plan.

Aid being restricted over the return of dead hostages in Gaza; Venezuela to close its embassy in Australia as its conflict with the US continues; and in sport, Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski facing a stint on the sidelines.

There is a call from refugees in Tyrkiye for a petition from the Assyrian Australian community to the Australian Federal Government regarding the deportation of refugees in Turkiye. What is this petition? What are the conditions? How effective is this petition?. Important questions answered in this special interview with Deena Yako, from the Refugee Council of Australia and Oliver Slewa, an immigr...

Scenes of jubilation as Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners return home; leaders sign a Gaza ceasefire deal during an international peace summit in Egypt;and in sport, South Africa thrashes Bangladesh at the Women's Cricket World Cup.

Release of all Israeli hostages expected within hours; Lidia Thorpe faces backlash after inflammatory comment at pro-Palestine rally; and in motorsports, Matt Payne’s Bathurst triumph puts Ford on track to end five-year Supercars title drought.

Donald Trump says he could be in the middle east this weekend for Gaza ceasefire negotiations; Seven Australians who were aboard the Gaza aid flotilla have been released from Israeli prison and deported to Jordan; and in rugby league, the Brisbane Broncos have clinched victory in the N-R-L men's and women's grand finals...

Donald Trump says he may visit the Middle East in days to secure hostage release deal; analysts say lower rents possible as first home buyer scheme fuels demand; and in tennis, Alex De Minaur celebrates 50th tour victory and targets first Masters title.

In this program: episode one from an interview with the director of the winning film SON OF ASSYRIA, Frank Gilbert. A feature about the peace talks in Egypt about the war in GAZA. And in Australia Explained, travel on the road to discover Australia.

The new leader of the Australian Federal Police outlines her priorities; under the orders of U-S President Donald Trump, National Guard troops arrive in Chicago; and in sport, Australian Open organisers announce the launch of a new event at Melbourne Park

“Son of Assyria” is the latest feature film by Frank Gilbart, offering a compelling portrayal of the modern history of the Assyrian people. The film recently won the award for Best Cinematography at the Baghdad International Film Festival.

Israelis and Palestinians express hope as Egypt hosts Gaza ceasefire talks; French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigns after being appointed less than a month ago; and, in football, Historic clubs return as Australian Championship kicks off this weekend.