Since the beginning of the conflict, the price of urea, a key source of nitrogen used in agriculture, has surged by about 25%, similarly dramatic to the spike in crude oil prices.

Investigators identified roughly 65,000 unique images and videos depicting child abuse, including more than 300 hours of footage.

The Prime Minister noted that the current administration is the first Australian government with a majority of women among its members.

Pedestrians and cyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users in Victoria.

Investigators, supported by analysts from Europol, uncovered evidence suggesting the groups were involved in synthetic drug distribution and large-scale money laundering.

Shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz, the only sea passage from the oil-rich Persian Gulf to the open ocean, has come to a virtual standstill, sparking a global oil price rise of about 10%.

Speaking to Indian broadcaster NDTV, Abbott said one of the biggest mistakes Trump has made so far relates to how his administration has handled relations with India.

"They (government) can’t ignore the crime crisis. We need more police, stronger sentencing and safer communities. Urgently."

Australia’s Chief of Joint Capabilities, Lieutenant General Susan Coyle paid tribute to India’s military personnel who lost their lives in service during a wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial.

“No woman or girl should be caught without pads and tampons when they need them.”