Defence

Intelligence officer turned whistleblower and politician Andrew Wilkie is calling for Australia to conduct its own version of the Chilcot inquiry into the war in Iraq.

The version of history presented each Anzac Day holds up those who fought as heroes. As the author ’s family can attest, the reality can be less flattering.

A misfired directive from the US Defence Department led to the Australian government’s unusual public refusal to contribute more in Iraq.

Balancing enemies and allies, Malcolm Turnbull’s cabinet lays the groundwork for reform while holding the party together.

Keen to join the fight against Daesh, a group of former Australian servicemen have enlisted legal help in a bid to wage their own war on the government’s Foreign Fighters bill.

The summons from cabinet for weekly security announcements until the next election can only be seen in one light – the political need to frighten people.

Western governments are refusing to assist the return of disillusioned foreign fighters who escape Daesh in Syria, despite their potential role against future recruitment.

America is spying on the Japanese PM and major corporations ahead of trade talks, and sharing the intelligence with Australia.

France’s intelligence agency is listening in on Australia’s communication networks, as submarine contracts and regional relations vital to both nations are negotiated.

Mandy cannot forgive Defence for the lack of support she and her family received after war left her partner violent, abusive and finally homeless.