SBS Assyrian

German Chancellor confident of a Ukrainian peace deal; Australia moves closer to a free trade agreement with the EU; and, in sport, Socceroos win over Japan takes them to FIFA World Cup finals

1975 was a time of change in global politics. There was the horror of the Pol Pot genocide, the end of the Vietnam War - while in Australia there was the dismissal of the Labor Whitlam government. It was also a time when Australia was rapidly changing into the multicultural society we see today, coinciding with the birth of the nation's multilingual broadcaster: SBS.

The US vetoes a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and unrestricted humanitarian access in Gaza ; Tasmania's premier continues the fight for his political life and, in sport, Rising Australian tennis star Emerson Jones has reached the final eight at the French Open.

A study finds more than one in three Australian men have committed violence against an intimate partner; Australia's lowest-paid workers have been handed a 3.5 per cent wage increase; and, in sport, The Matildas to be immortalised at the National Gallery in Canberra

In this program: Highlights from STARTTS and Shayna Humanitarian conference with Assyrian community leaders. SBS Examines: How Dubbo is embracing multiculturalism and in Australia Explained, How does the media work in Australia

Israel says it is not targeting civilians at Gaza aid distribution sites; Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff staring down a no-confidence motion; and, in sport; World Boxing apologises to Algerian boxer Imane Khelif over a gender eligibility row.

The Israeli military [[IDF]] says it will investigate every incident linked to its food distribution efforts in Gaza, after at least 31 Palestinians were killed and more than 170 wounded while trying to access aid.The violence unfolded near a new humanitarian aid hub in Rafah, set up by the privately-run Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, but there are conflicting accounts of what actually occurred.

The federal government under pressure to consider targeted sanctions against Israel; house prices in Australia increased by another 0.5 per cent in May; and, in football, The Matildas have a new coach.

Marel Parono, mental health project officer at STARTTS, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the conference, highlighting key topics from the Accidental Counselling training attended by Assyrian health interpreters, women’s group organisers, and case managers from various mental health organisations. We also spoke to Oliver Slewa, who highlighted the importance of his organisation's participation. Several participants shared their thoughts on the conference.

Donald Trump's tariffs off, then on again, after a court ruling in the United States; allegations the new aid model in Gaza is a distraction from Israeli atrocities; and, in sport, New South Wales wins State of Origin game one.

In this program: interview with Badri Diril about his book on Assyrian Folk Tales; in Australia Explained: how to nominate someone for the Order of Australia? and in SBS Examines: Reconciliation

Coercive control was legally criminalised in NSW on 1 July 2024. Solicitor, Oliver Slewa, worked as a policy officer in domestic violence for the NSW Department of Communities and Justice. He says, according to NSW Government. Coercive control is when someone repeatedly hurts, scares or isolates another person to control them. It’s domestic abuse and it can cause serious harm, so it’s important to know the signs.

Murder charges laid after a fatal house fire in the Sydney suburb of Croydon; five teens die after an apparent house party in Siberia; and, in sport, Alexei Popyrin reaches the third round at Roland Garros for the first time.

One person dies after a house fire in Sydney; Police have charged seven people in Melbourne over their alleged involvement in a machete brawl; and, in sport, New South Wales Blues back Nathan Cleary after State of Origin criticism.

Assyrian author Bedri Deril was born in the Bohtan region of southeastern Turkey. From an early age, he was deeply influenced by the oral storytelling traditions of his grandmother, who would recount ancient Assyrian folk tales to him and his siblings. These stories, rich with cultural wisdom and ancestral memory, left a lasting impression on him. As he grew older, Bedri recognised the importance of preserving this oral heritage. Motivated by a desire to keep these stories alive for future generations, he set out to collect and document the tales he had memorised in his youth. This effort culminated in the creation of his book, Assyrian Folk Tales, which is now available in both Assyrian (Suret) and various European languages. Currently, Mr. Deril is in Australia promoting the book and sharing his cultural legacy with a wider audience. His work stands as a testament to the resilience of Assyrian storytelling and the enduring power of heritage through language.

Reconciliation Week begins; the United States puts forward a new proposal for a Gaza ceasefire; and in Tennis, Australian Open champion Madison Keys defeats Daria Saville at the French Open.

In this program: Interview with Oliver Slewa about the Shayna Humanitarian and STARTTS collaboration for a conference about youth Suicide; Highlights from an Assyrian play about dementia, vox pop: New episode of SBS examines.

Logistical challenges for emergency services helping flood-hit communities in New South Wales; Australians mark National Sorry Day; and, in cycling, Carlos Verona claims his first Grand Tour Stage win.

The Prime Minister urges Indonesia to strengthen bilateral defence ties: The U-N insists it won't back a US-backed aid effort in Gaza, as around 100 more people die in the latest strikes; and, in cycling, Aussies at both ends of the spectrum of fortune, after a chaotic stage six of the Giro D'Italia.

The United Nations warns Israel to urgently allow more food into Gaza as it warns of an unprecedented attack; Australia's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister embark on strategic talks in the Asia-Pacific; and. in sport, N-F-L Clubs fight over the fate of a controversial play they say is dangerous.