Israel-Iran ceasefire holds | Midday News Bulletin 25 June 2025

In this bulletin; Russia's President tells US President Donald Trump that Russia will not back down from goals in Ukraine, The ACT becomes the first jurisdiction in Australia to raise to 14 the age at which a child can be held responsible for a crime, And in sport, Tributes are pouring in for Liverpool's forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva who died in a car crash in Spain.

Parents demand more information amid Victorian child care abuse allegations, The U-S says it has obliterated Iran's nuclear program, Australia defeats the Domenican Republic to advance to the FIBA Under 19 World Cup quarter finals...

Hamas says it is reviewing a ceasefire deal but warns of sticking points, Extreme weather hits the east coast as parts of Victoria brace for more, and in skateboarding, Arisa Trew makes history with more Gold in the X Games.

Childcare sector reforms to be fast tracked in Victoria; Indigenous organisations welcome calls for compensation after the release of the final Yoorook Commission reports; Richmond's Tom Lynch suspended for five matches.

Thousands without power as a storm lashes the east coast of Australia; Qantas confirms a cyber breach at a call centre for the airline; The Wallabies unveil their new test jersey, designed by Wiradjuri winger Dylan Pietsch.

Donald Trump says he's terminating all trade discussions with Canada, US announces funding for Gaza aid operation amid UN criticism, In Cricket, Australia claims a resounding win against the West Indies.

The Prime Minister defends decision on defence spending goal; Terrorgram formally listed as terrorist organisation by the Australian government; the Matildas prepare for their second game against Slovenia.

In this bulletin, Iran's leader accuses the US of exaggerating its strikes on the country, as the Trump administration digs in its heels. China accuses NATO of reckless expansion as members raise defence spending. And in sport, the Matildas beat Slovenia 3-nil, with a timely goal from Holly McNamara.

Israel-Iran ceasefire holds, Journalist Antoinette Lattouf wins an unlawful termination case against the ABC in the Federal Court, In lawn hockey, The Kookaburras have nothing to laugh about after Germany storms back to a 3-2 win in Berlin.

In this bulletin, Iran denies reports it has reached a ceasefire with Israel, The Australian Government will not confirm whether Australia must spend more to guarantee its supply of US submarines. And in sport, Atletico Madrid knocked out of the group stage of the Club World Cup.