In an historic first, Japanese soldiers have conducted live-fire drills in support of Australian troops, marking ever-closer defence ties between the two countries. Key points: Japanese soldiers fired live artillery in support of Australian troops for the first time as part of a mock battle Both countries say the deteriorating security climate means they have to strengthen military cooperation A …
Sri Lankan authorities have confirmed one of the suicide bombers responsible for the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks attended an Australian university. Key points: One of the suicide bombers completed his post-graduate education in Australia The death toll from the deadly attacks was revised up to 359 on Wednesday Investigators say the attacks were retaliation for the Christchurch shootings Sri Lankan …