Australia will not sanction Russian tourists, Ukraine military assistance to continue for the 'long haul'
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia will not sanction Russian tourists, Ukraine military assistance to continue for the 'long haul'

ABC  

Australia will not ban Russian tourists from entering the country as part of sanctions on Russia over the war in Ukraine, Defence Minister Richard Marles has said. Key points: Mr Marles said sanctions were aimed at Russia's government, "not the Russian people" In July, Australia pledged 60 Bushmasters and 28 M113AS4 Armoured Vehicles to Ukraine Mr Marles called Australia "one of the largest non-NATO military support of Ukraine" Since the start of the conflict, Australia has sanctioned hundreds of Russian individuals and entities, including most of Russia's banking sector and all organisations responsible for the country's sovereign debt. Asked if Australia would also ban Russian tourists, Mr Marles said sanctions were aimed at Russia's government, "not the Russian people themselves". Mr Marles said that support "making a real difference" to Ukraine forces, calling Australia "one of the largest non-NATO military support of Ukraine". Also on Sunday, Mr Marles said Australia's deal with the United States and Britain to build nuclear-powered submarines under an alliance dubbed AUKUS remained "on track".

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Australian Bushmasters playing a key role in Ukraine’s fight against Russia
1 year, 4 months ago

Australian Bushmasters playing a key role in Ukraine’s fight against Russia

The Hindu  

A 15-tonne Australian tank has gained quite a celebrity status in Ukraine’s arsenal in its fight against Russia’s invasion. “Australian Bushmasters have been used extensively by the Ukrainian Armed Forces and our additional contribution of 30 vehicles will bolster Ukraine’s capabilities,” Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong had said. AFUO co-chair Stefan Romaniw who accompanied Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on …

Australia announces new $74m assistance package to Ukraine
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia announces new $74m assistance package to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

The money will go towards providing new military vehicles and artillery ammunition but funds are also being sent for humanitarian needs. Australia, one of the biggest non-NATO contributors to Ukraine, is to send an additional 70 military vehicles to Ukraine as part of its latest military assistance package for the country. Serhiy Cherevatyi, a spokesperson for Ukraine’s eastern military command, …

Australia pledges drone system for Ukraine, announces additional sanctions on those complicit in Russia's invasion
1 year, 10 months ago

Australia pledges drone system for Ukraine, announces additional sanctions on those complicit in Russia's invasion

ABC  

Ukraine's defence forces will be given access to Australian drone systems, as the federal government unveils a raft of new sanctions against people connected to Russia's ongoing invasion of the country. Key points: The Australia government will commit "uncrewed aerial systems" to Ukraine's defence, in a package worth $33m It has imposed financial sanctions and travel bans on another 90 …

Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories

ABC  

Australia will impose another round of financial and travel sanctions on Russia following the Kremlin's move to sign treaties annexing four occupied regions of Ukraine. Key points: Australia has hit Russia with another round of sanctions targeting 28 Russian officials and ministers Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the sanctions reinforce Australia's strong objection to Russia's actions It follows the …

Ukrainian ambassador visits Bushmaster factory, asks for more support to combat Russia
2 years, 5 months ago

Ukrainian ambassador visits Bushmaster factory, asks for more support to combat Russia

ABC  

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has called on the federal government to send more armoured vehicles to support the war effort. Key points: Ukraine's ambassador to Australia says some Australian Bushmasters are being used as ambulances and are making a material difference in the war with Russia Vasyl Myroshnychenko says victory will be all but out of reach without more equipment …

Amid war with Ukraine, Russia bans tech honchos, including Mark Zuckerberg, from entering country
2 years, 8 months ago

Amid war with Ukraine, Russia bans tech honchos, including Mark Zuckerberg, from entering country

India TV News  

Highlights Russian Foreign Ministry has issued a list of US figures who are banned from entering the country. The list also mentions Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and US VP Kamala Harris. The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued a list of US figures, including tech honchos, who are now prohibited from entering the county for an indefinite period.The list also mentions …

Australia announces sanctions against another 67 Russians
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia announces sanctions against another 67 Russians

ABC  

Foreign Minister Marise Payne has announced further sanctions on Russian oligarchs while attending a meeting of NATO leaders in Brussels. Key points: A number of Russian politicians, including the Deputy Prime Minister, are among those targeted About 600 Russian individuals and entities have been sanctioned by Australia since the invasion began People entering Bucha after the Russian withdrawal have reported …

Scott Morrison says Australia will send Bushmasters to Ukraine and fill Volodymyr Zelenskyy's request
2 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison says Australia will send Bushmasters to Ukraine and fill Volodymyr Zelenskyy's request

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia will fly a number of Australian-made Bushmaster vehicles over to Ukraine, after a public plea from the nation's wartime President. Key points: Bushmasters are an Australian-built armoured troop carrier The vehicles have been globally lauded for protecting soldiers' safety Volodymyr Zelenskyy used a speech to the parliament to request Bushmasters Volodymyr Zelenskyy directly appealed …

Australia to send money for more military aid to Ukraine after Zelenskyy request
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia to send money for more military aid to Ukraine after Zelenskyy request

ABC  

Australia will provide another $25 million in aid for Ukraine, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced. Key points: The extra funding takes Australia's aid to Ukraine to $116 million The package includes money for "defensive military assistance" including radar systems Australia will impose a 35 per cent tariff on all Russian imports Mr Morrison made the announcement in parliament just …

Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia sanctioned amid Ukraine war
2 years, 9 months ago

Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia sanctioned amid Ukraine war

ABC  

The Australian government has slapped sanctions on two Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia, after initially leaving them off of Australia's official sanctions list. Key points: Both men have involvement or stakes in resource projects in Australia They have already been sanctioned by the US and UK The government flagged earlier this week it was looking into how it …

Federal Government urges Australians not to travel to Russia as Ukraine war escalates
2 years, 10 months ago

Federal Government urges Australians not to travel to Russia as Ukraine war escalates

ABC  

The Federal Government is urging Australians not to travel to Russia as the United States and Europe move to isolate the country with harsh financial sanctions and flights bans. Key points: Australian authorities say the situation in Russia is becoming more uncertain Australians currently in Russia are advised to consider leaving if safe and to avoid any protests Non-Russian credit …

Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia

ABC  

Ukraine's Charge d'Affaires in Australia, Volodymyr Shalkivskyi, told the ABC his embassy had fielded about 20 calls this morning from people interested in heading to his country to fight the Russians. Key points: The Ukrainian President put out a call to arms over the weekend to people wanting to help defend his country Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it is …

Australia to help send weapons via NATO to support Ukraine in war against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia to help send weapons via NATO to support Ukraine in war against Russia

ABC  

Australia will pour money into a Western-led effort to help arm Ukrainian soldiers trying to repel the Russian invasion as the conflict further intensifies. Key points: Australia will work with NATO to deliver weapons to Ukraine The government previously committed to non-lethal aid such as medical supplies Scott Morrison says Vladimir Putin has now also been sanctioned by Australia The …

Ukrainians, Russians in Australia unite against Putin’s war
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukrainians, Russians in Australia unite against Putin’s war

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian and Russian communities in Australia have come together in outcry since Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine. As Russian forces close in on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, many in Australia feel helpless in the face of a military offensive so significant that leaders are warning of “ramifications well beyond Europe”. “All I’ve offered them is to buy plane tickets for …

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment
2 years, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment

ABC  

Australia will level punishing financial sanctions against eight Russian oligarchs within Russian President Vladimir Putin's circle, and 339 members of the Russian parliament, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues. Key points: Australia intends to impose sanctions on Vladimir Putin directly Economic punishment has been extended to several oligarchs and politicians China has accused Australia of a smear campaign over its …

Australian medical supplies and military equipment to be sent to Ukraine to fight war against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Australian medical supplies and military equipment to be sent to Ukraine to fight war against Russia

ABC  

Australia will send medical supplies, financial support and military equipment, but not weapons, to Ukraine to help as it fights its war against Russia. Key points: Australia will work with NATO to send supplies to Ukraine The government has again ruled out sending any troops to join the war Members of Russia's parliament have been added to the list of …

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension
2 years, 10 months ago

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension

ABC  

The Russian embassy in Australia has labelled the federal government's newest sanctions as "xenophobic", while Prime Minister Scott Morrison concedes he does not think the penalties will sway Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine. Key points: The Russian embassy says a decision to recognise two breakaway regions of Ukraine will not be reversed Prime Minister Scott Morrison has indicated more sanctions …

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia will join other western nations to impose financial sanctions on Russia, as punishment for its actions in Ukraine. Key points: Australia has imposed travel bans and sanctions on several Russians "aiding" a Ukrainian invasion Sanctions in place in Crimea have been extended to separatist regions in eastern Ukraine Foreign Minister Marise Payne will consider …

Getting Australians out of Ukraine amid Russia tensions a 'cautious' step, government says
2 years, 11 months ago

Getting Australians out of Ukraine amid Russia tensions a 'cautious' step, government says

ABC  

The federal government has defended its decision to urge Australians to leave Ukraine and begin making arrangements to get the families of diplomats out of the capital. Key points: There are around 1,400 Australians in Ukraine at the moment Ukraine has described the government's move to get diplomat's families out of the country as "premature" Australia has offered more support …

Australians urged to leave Ukraine now due to 'increased risk of armed conflict' with Russia
2 years, 11 months ago

Australians urged to leave Ukraine now due to 'increased risk of armed conflict' with Russia

ABC  

The federal government has urged Australians in Ukraine to leave the country immediately, upgrading its travel advice due to the "increased risk of armed conflict". Key points: DFAT's travel advice was upgraded to "do not travel" on Monday evening DFAT said any Russian military action in Ukraine may severely limit the government's ability to provide consular assistance An estimated 100,000 …

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