This week on The Real Story, with Israel and Iran now engaged in battle and Donald Trump weighing up options for the United States to get involved, there are real concerns we are on the cusp of World War III. Former Australian diplomat, now Director of the Public Opinion and Foreign Policy Program at The Lowy Institute Ryan Neelam joins Joe with his expert analysis of the situation.

Plus new polling shows a drop in Australia's trust of the United States. And there's been a dogpile on Anthony Albanese after President Donald Trump snubbed the Prime Minister at the G7 summit - but is Albo to blame?

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US President has refused to say whether America will step in as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues

A repatriation flight has reportedly touched down in Israel

Flights to Bali resume

And Princess Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot

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The Treasurer has signalled tax reform may be on the way -- warning the current budget isn't sustainable.

The P-M meantime is considering a trip to Europe as early as next week to attend the NATO security summit.

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Beyonce and Jay Z reportedly have lawyers at the ready

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed a meeting with Donald Trump is being rescheduled, after it was cancelled last minute.

Four teenagers will face court, accused of a horrific sex attack on a teen girl in South Western Sydney.

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Ariana Grande shares some sad personal news with her fans!

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The US President suggests there could be American involvement in Israel's war with Iran

The PM will continue holding talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit

Disgraced singer R Kelly rushed to hospital after overdosing on medication in prison

And the world's best airlines have been named

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Millions leave Tehran over Donald Trump warnings.

Whatsapp is getting advertising.

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Beyonce wraps up the London leg of her Cowboy Carter tour

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Donald Trump has seemingly snubbed our Prime Minister - just hours before a scheduled sit down over in Canada.

The prosecution will continue its closing address to the jury in Erin Patterson's murder trial in Victoria.

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Justin Bieber shares another concerning post to his socials

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The conflict between Israel and Iran is escalating with a barrage of strikes in the region

Security, tariffs and the global economy set to dominate talks when world leaders meet at G7 Summit

Gunman identified in Bali ambush

And Sabrina Carpenter scores her first ever number one debut single with "Manchild"

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