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This week’s smiling, hand-shaking pleasantries are a long way from earlier threats of ‘fire and fury’ and nuclear attacks. But did the Trump–Kim meeting in Singapore really broker long-term disarmament?

New contempt laws introduced by the Nauruan government threaten the judiciary, political opponents and freedom of speech – and are unlikely to meet with criticism from Australia.

US and North Korea ready for talks. Italy swings right. Islamists and secularists will face off in Indonesian poll.

Italy elections repeat could see rightward swing. Chinese financial crisis forecast. Trump–Kim talks back on.

Australian MP alleges FBI suspect. Italy prepares for far-right/far-left coalition government. Najib Razak investigated.

While some may see Kim Jong-un as ill equipped to broker deals on the world stage, nothing could be further from the truth.

US embassy moves to Jerusalem. Family bombers in Java. Anwar Ibrahim released.

US to reimpose sanctions on Iran. Trump believes Iran decision will impress North Korea. Mahathir sweeps back into power in Malaysia.

Historic Korean meeting plays well for Kim. Trump yet to confirm Iran sanctions waiver plan. Mahathir pledges to pardon Anwar. Bishop and Dutton at loggerheads over ASD.

Historic Korean talks ahead of Trump and Kim meeting. Macron charms on US trip. Timor poll holds up gas plans.