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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.

Talks aimed at implementing U-S President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan for Gaza are set to begin in Cairo, marking what could be the most significant diplomatic push since the conflict began two years ago. Mediators from Israel, Hamas, the United States and regional powers will meet to negotiate the release of 48 remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners

A signing ceremony finalises the defence treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea; new laws imminent on a triple-zero custodian;and, in the N-R-L, Broncos fans celebrate their team's grand final win.

Washington has ground to a halt thanks to a government shutdown, triggered by Congress being unable to agree on a funding bill. It is the 15th government shutdown since 1981, likely to slow the release of key reports and lead to the furlough of 750,000 federal workers at a daily cost of $US400 million.

Police identify the suspect in the Manchester synagogue attac; Backlash over the government's new home deposit scheme; and in cricket, Australia defeats New Zealand in the Women's World Cup opener...

Russia does not recognise return of UN sanctions on Iran; Israel intercepts a flotilla attempting to bring aid to Gaza; and in cricket, Ash Gardner steers Australia's win against New Zealand in the World Cup.

In this program: My journey to my new home with Deena Yako; Historian Homer Abramian talks about how we should learn from history and in Australia explained: Hay Fever during the Spring season

In this podcast, we share the inspiring journey of Deena Khamas Yako, fleeing Iraq and living as a refugee in Iran to building a new life in Australia. Deena’s story is one of resilience and determination. Today, she serves as the Director of Community Engagement at the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA).

Fresh calls for Australia to cancel its defence contracts with Israel; At least ten killed in a car bombing outside security headquarters in Pakistan; and in NRL; a daytime grand final to be considered in rugby league TV talks.

Hamas yet to respond to an Israeli and US agreed plan on ending the Gaza war; Australia's Islamic community backs a flotilla bringing aid to the besieged enclave, despite government concerns; and in spor; Nepal triumphs over the West Indies at the end of the T20 series.

Optus issues an apology after another triple-zero outage; a deadly shooting targets a church in the US state of Michigan ... and in motor sports, Spanish rider Marc Marquez celebrates winning his seventh MotoGP championship.

Penny Wong defends the government's stance on sanctioning Israeli ministers; China announces plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions ;and in rugby, The Wallabies feeling confident despite a 23-year drought ahead of the Bledisloe Cup opener.

School holiday fun with the Assyrian Aid Society -Australia is back as part of the organisation’s activities. June Jacob, Community Relations Manager at AASA, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the importance of offering these programs to keep children and their parents engaged and entertained. Beyond local initiatives, the Assyrian Aid Society also works tirelessly to support Assyrian villages in northe...

Penny Wong defends the government's stance on sanctioning Israeli ministers; China announces plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions ;and in sport, an Australian basketball coach sacked by her US team just a year after leading them to a title victory.

In this program: Interview with Alfred Mansour about the Gilgamesh festival at Sydney University; interview with Ninab Toma from ADM about the challenges facing the Assyrian Democratic Movement in northern Iraq; and a NACA feature about the declaration of a Palestinian Statehood.

Anthony Albanese confirms a meeting with the US President in October; The UN condemns Israel's latest incursion into Gaza City; and in sport, a new national football league launched in Sydney.

Australia champions Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly; Russia has accused Estonia of lying about the presence of military jets in its airspace; and, in sport; Matt Rowell wins the prestigious AFL Brownlow Medal.

Australia has joined Canada, Portugal and the United Kingdom in formally recognising a Palestinian state at the U-N. The declaration was made by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City, with the government saying it comes as part of a push for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Israel's Prime Mi...

Alfred Mansour, Treasurer of the Assyrian Australian Association, is coordinating the Gilgamesh Festival, which will be held at the University of Sydney as part of its 175th anniversary celebrations. The association is organising this festival and Mr Mansour is overseeing the festival’s activities and has outlined the major events that will take place during the program.