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[Andy Elton @andyandyelton]

Zelensky is a brave, focused and tough leader. You’d need to be if you were in his boots. Good man for protecting his national interest - can’t fault him for that

[Gideon Rachman @gideonrachman]

Never forgave Zelensky for standing up to him in Kyiv and refusing to sign away Ukraine’s mineral rights. According to our correspondent who saw Bessent, immediately afterwards, he was trembling after meeting Zelensky

[Dr Monique Ryan MP @Mon4Kooyong]

Today I moved to suspend standing orders over the government's failure to act on gambling harm.

The ask was simple: release the draft gambling laws for public consultation before the laws are passed.

The government voted no. And the Coalition? They didn't even show up.

More than 3 million Australians continue to be harmed by gambling advertising. Australians deserve better.

[Financial Times @FT]

Burnham cemented himself as Labour’s winner https://t.co/NJzoph93lv | opinion

[David Pocock @DavidPocock]

Australians & Australian small businesses have nowhere to turn when they are unfairly locked out of their accounts by big tech.

The govt should expand the telecommunications industry ombudsman’s remit to give people somewhere to go when things go wrong in the digital world.
https://t.co/jnmoJ36fHO

[Anthony Albanese @AlboMP]

I consider @Keir_Starmer a friend and I'm thinking of him on what must be a very tough day.

Serving in public life is a tremendous privilege but politics can also be a harsh business.

When the time comes for Keir to leave Downing Street, he can be proud of the contribution he has made to the country he loves and to the Labour Party that he led back to Government in 2024.

I'm grateful for the opportunities we had to work together to strengthen our AUKUS defence and security partnership, support the brave people of Ukraine and keep children safe from the damage that social media can do.

I wish Keir, Victoria and their children well with everything the future holds.

[Sadiq Khan @SadiqKhan]

Keir Starmer has been a friend and colleague for over three decades, ever since our time as young lawyers. He is man of great integrity who has devoted his career to public service.

Keir has made a huge contribution to the Labour party and our country, and I want to thank him.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

Watch live: My statement. https://t.co/MX7ga3FRGq

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

It can take many leaders years to grow into the statesman you became in just two years.

European and Ukrainian security is stronger because of you.

Thank you, dear Keir.

[BBC Sport @BBCSport]

"To see Serena back on court, it's brilliant for tennis." 🙌

Andy Murray has spoken!

[BBC Sport @BBCSport]

SHE'S BACK 👑

Serena Williams will compete in the ladies' singles at Wimbledon as a wildcard 🤩

[David Pocock @DavidPocock]

So it turns out gas companies CAN pay more tax and would be willing to do so if it means they don't have to reserve gas for Australians 🤦‍♂️

How about they pay tax AND prioritise Australian gas for Australians… a 25% gas export tax would raise $17B/year AND reduce prices for Australians.

Keep up the pressure at https://t.co/dcjuwV2f9S

https://t.co/g31um7S0FE

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

The victory of the opposition in Hungary yesterday, like the Polish election in 2023, is a victory for democracy, not just in Europe but around the world. Most of all, it’s a testament to the resilience and determination of the Hungarian people – and a reminder to all of us to keep striving for fairness, equality and the rule of law.

[Washington Post Opinions @PostOpinions]

"Europeans long viewed the U.S. as the indispensable power," @A_Sloat writes.

"Now, hope and admiration have been replaced by fear and even disdain." https://t.co/5ZeqqMVd2m

[Acyn @Acyn]

Kerry: I was part of the any number of conversations with Netanyahu.

Psaki: Pitching the US strike Iran?

Kerry: Yes, he wanted us to strike. He came to president Obama. He made a presentation to ask to strike. President Obama refused. President Biden refused. President Bush refused. The only president who has agreed to this, obviously, is President Trump

[Bob Carr @bobjcarr]

The ethno-nationalists running Israel believe their lust for new territory must override the interests of the world economy, the civilian populations of the Middle East and even the credibility of Washington.

[Michael McFaul @McFaul]

Agree. Why did Trump threaten Denmark and Canada?

[Australia Institute @TheAusInstitute]

Every day the government delays a 25% gas export tax costs the budget $49.8 million!

"Aussie manufacturers can't get a fair deal on their gas contracts, but the gas companies can pour millions into campaigns defending their right to war profits."
- Hon Ed Husic MP #auspol

[The Atlantic @TheAtlantic]

Knowledge workers are all wondering if AI will replace their jobs, @AnnieLowrey writes—"but there’s a better question for white-collar workers to ask themselves: Am I coal, or am I a horse?”: https://t.co/v2UcaiGi4X

[Dan Pfeiffer @danpfeiffer]

I have long believed this is the right message for Democrats.

Trump is a loser surrounded by a bunch of cringe-worthy dorks, and there is no bigger dork than @JDVance