☕️ The U.S. strikes Iran

It’s been a big weekend of news, with the U.S. yesterday entering the Israel-Iran war by bombing three nuclear sites in Iran.

We explain what you need to know in today’s 2-minute section.

“The world cannot absorb limitless war.”
The Red Cross in a statement after the intensification of the war between Israel and Iran over the weekend, which, as mentioned above, the U.S has now entered.

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The number of people who left NSW in 2024, according to new interstate migration data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The second-highest relocation rate was recorded in Victoria, with more than 21,000 people leaving. Queensland and WA were the only states to record an increase of interstate migrants, according to the ABS.

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A soccer team and their coach become stranded in a cave in Thailand by monsoon flooding, prompting an international rescue effort.

Super Netball matches are set to be shown in over 65 countries worldwide over the next three years, after the league signed a groundbreaking deal with the All Women Sports Network (AWSN), a broadcast network founded by American actor and comedian Whoopi Goldberg.

Here’s what you need to know about the deal.

Super Netball will be available to stream for AWSN audiences through to 2027, with 41 matches between now and then set to be broadcast on the network.

AWSN is a broadcasting network that is dedicated exclusively to streaming women’s sports. The network recently had its own channel added to Pluto TV, which means that Super Netball (along with the other sports on AWSN) will reach more than 900 million households.

Super Netball will continue to be streamed on Kayo, Foxtel, and Binge in Australia.

Goldberg addressed the league in a video statement: “I am so proud to be thanking you for joining us on AWSN. I see that your fans are really loving you, so we want to make sure that we put you everywhere in the world so that everybody knows about you.”

Netball Australia CEO Stacey West said: “This breakthrough deal puts netball on screens across the globe and cements our place at the forefront of women’s sport. AWSN shares our vision of taking women’s sport to new heights. Together, we’re creating a platform for our athletes and game to shine like never before.”

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Reporting by George Finlayson.

Yesterday, President Donald Trump announced America had bombed Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a dramatic escalation in the Middle East conflict.

The strike comes nine days after Israel struck Iranian nuclear and military targets, citing concerns about Iran's nuclear weapons program. The two nations are now at war, with the U.S. backing Israel. Here’s what you need to know.

Last week, the UN's nuclear watchdog warned Iran couldn't prove "its nuclear material was not being diverted for military use."

Israel then launched strikes across Iran, including nuclear sites. Iran retaliated against Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Haifa.

Both sides claim they're targeting military infrastructure. Iranian authorities report over 400 deaths, mainly civilians. Israel reports 25 civilian deaths.

Speaking at the White House on Saturday night (local time), Trump said: "Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated."

Trump said he worked "as a team" with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

"There are many targets left... There will be either peace, or there will be far greater tragedy for Iran," Trump added.

Military sources told The Associated Press the U.S. used 'bunker busters' - heavy bombs that penetrate deep underground before exploding. One key Iranian nuclear site sits underground near Tehran.

In a post on Truth Social after the White House address, President Trump warned of additional strikes if Iran doesn't pursue peace, raising fears of broader regional war.

After the U.S. strikes, Iran launched two separate missile attacks on Israel, with the country’s Health Ministry reporting at least 86 civilians hospitalised. Israeli authorities have imposed further restrictions on civilians, including the closure of workplaces and schools. However, the Transportation Ministry stated that some flights will reopen, particularly for Israelis stranded abroad.

Israeli PM Netanyahu praised the strike, saying "President Trump and I often say: 'Peace through strength.' First comes strength, then comes peace."

Iran’s Foreign Minister posted on X, stating the U.S. had “committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the [Non-Proliferation Treaty] by attacking Iran’s peaceful nuclear installations… Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people”.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres said he's "gravely alarmed by the use of force... it is critical to avoid a spiral of chaos."

Australia called for "de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy" while noting Iran's nuclear program threatens international security.

Under the U.S. Constitution, only Congress can authorise war. However, the President commands U.S. armed forces in his role as Commander-in-Chief, and can order military action under certain circumstances, as Trump did when killing Iranian military leader Qassem Soleimani in 2020.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said congressional leaders "were aware of the urgency," and Trump determined "imminent danger outweighed the time it would take for Congress to act."

Republicans and Democrats remain divided. Senator John Fetterman called it "the correct move," while Senator Tim Kaine called it "idiotic" and "horrible judgment."

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Ando the labrador performed his final “sniff and search” at Cairns Airport last week. The 7-year-old began his AFP career at Sydney Airport and relocated to Queensland in 2022. Ando has conducted thousands of “explosive sweeps.” since 2019, thanks to his superstar smell processing capacity, which is 40 times stronger than humans. Described by the AFP as a “highly respected canine,” Ando provided security at last year’s ASEAN Summit, and was even entrusted with clearing cars and venues for explosives during King Charles’ and Queen Camilla’s royal visit in October. His handler, Constable Joel Preston said Ando will spend his retirement enjoying “going to the beach and swimming and hiking through rainforests in Cairns.”

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Reporting by Anju Dhanushkodi.

Australian golfer Minjee Lee is leading the Women’s PGA Championship in Texas by three shots.

The tournament is the third women’s golf major of the year. A win for Lee would mark her third career major title and first victory since October 2023.

The winner of the Women’s PGA Championship will be awarded $US3.4 million ($5.25 million), the equal-highest prize purse in women’s golf history.

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Reporting by Anju Dhanushkodi.

Several months ago, a U.S. woman named Adriana Smith had a medical emergency and ended up in hospital. Doctors found blood clots on her brain, and she was declared brain dead. Her story didn’t end there, however, because Adriana was around eight or nine weeks pregnant and lived in the state of Georgia.

In today’s podcast episode, we’ll explain what happened next, and the legal debate this case has sparked.