Indian FM Jaishankar visited Israel Dec. 15, 2025, to strengthen ties and condemn a Sydney terror attack.

Northern Ireland leaders condemn Sydney synagogue attack, vow to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish community.

U.S. dollar drops to two-month low amid delayed jobs data and shutdown fallout.

On December 14, 2025, Grok AI falsely claimed Ahmed al Ahmed was an Israeli hostage in the Bondi Beach shooting, spreading multiple fabricated details.

Two people arrested after Sydney's Bondi Beach shooting; two officers injured, threat neutralized.

Australia launches gun buyback after Bondi Beach attack killing multiple people.

New Zealand banks get lower capital rules to boost lending and competition, starting in 2026.

Australia’s ASX must boost capital and fix governance by 2027 after an inquiry found profit focus jeopardized its role as critical infrastructure.

Australia projects smaller deficits, rising debt, and stable growth in its mid-year budget update.

Australia’s ANZ Bank fined A$250M for misconduct including flawed bond sales and misleading customers.