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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 Gilbert, portraying the modern history of the Assyrian people. In this episode, we discuss the film’s recent achievement — winning 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...