World briefing

The Prime Minister defended the Herzog visit and called for reduced tensions after protests; NSW Premier Minns discussed police actions during clashes.

Lauren Mastrosa, 34, was convicted of child abuse material charges after her novel described sexual activity involving a character implied to be a child.

In 2017, Trump endorsed the US-Canada bridge project; recently, he threatened to block it and made false claims about ice hockey and trade.

On Monday, Labour leader Anas Sarwar planned to call for Starmer's resignation; support from cabinet ministers later appeared to stabilize his position.

A former undercover agent alleged Sajid and Naveed Akram showed signs of radicalisation before the 2019 attack at Bondi beach, which Asio later assessed as not an ongoing threat.

The judge ruled the law discriminates against federal agents by not applying to them, while requiring identification display remains in effect.

Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing since late January; investigators have not confirmed suspects or recovered her.

President Trump stated he would delay the opening of the $4.6 billion bridge until the US is compensated and criticized Canada's trade policies, making unsubstantiated claims about hockey.

Police used pepper spray and made arrests during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit, with some officers involved in physical altercations.

The US Southern Command announced a strike in the eastern Pacific, resulting in two suspected drug traffickers' deaths and ongoing search for a survivor.

Sussan Ley emphasized the importance of unity as speculation grows that Angus Taylor may challenge for the Liberal leadership.

Guthrie's family reports her missing in Tucson; FBI offers a $50,000 reward; investigation ongoing with no suspects identified.