Updated May 27, 2026 – 4.14pm, first published at 2.13amGo to latestPinned post – 1.37PMWhat you need to knowJosh HohneWelcome to Need to Know this Wednesday, May 27. Here are some of the main developments we’re following.Iran condemned the latest US strikes on its territory as a “gross violation” amid negotiations to extend the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.Despite the strikes, a deal appeared close, with Iran loosening restrictions on its citizens’ internet access for the first time since the war began in February.Israel has extended its invasion of Lebanon beyond a demarcation line set up after its ceasefire with Hezbollah last month.Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson has been more explicit about the Coalition’s threat to delay Labor’s NDIS reforms in the Senate if they don’t allow an inquiry into the budget tax reforms.At the antisemitism royal commission, David Hudson, the NSW Police deputy commissioner of investigations and counter-terrorism, has explained that NSW Police has concerns about additional powers for Jewish security group CSG.1 / 5
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