The US president's latest announcement portends a worrying outcome in a part of the world riven by years of conflict.

The question now is how Australia positions itself between the elephants in the jungle to avoid getting crushed.

In its mirroring of the US position, the government is indicating it believes China needs to have its wings clipped, while Labor has taken a different view.

Trump’s calculation that the last thing America needs is further conflict in the Gulf is laudable, but his actions have belied his instincts.

Canberra finds itself with limited leverage in its bid to secure the release of Australian nationals held in Tehran.

A new book takes apart Australia's recent move towards a more secret state, and the implications it might have for the health of our democracy.

The Prime Minister has prospered as his party’s marketer-in-chief. Statecraft demands a different, more subtle set of skills.

Australia’s ability to trade with the UK in a post-Brexit environment may not be as easy as advertised.

The espionage allegation against the Australian writer comes against a backdrop of rising trade and political tensions – and the Australian government's response is hardening.

Canberra may be making a limited commitment but what if there is an incident leading to an escalation and Australia finds itself embroiled in a wider conflict?