SBS Assyrian

Tania Nissan is the coordinator and facilitator for the French-Assyrian documentary Return to Babylon, which will be screened at Hoyts Cinema in Wetherill Park. She spoke to SBS Assyrian about the film’s story and what audiences can expect. Tania believes the documentary will leave lasting emotional memories, as it reflects on the experiences of an Assyrian-French family revisiting their homeland through powerful storytelling.

European leaders say security guarantees will be top priority at a White House meeting aimed at ending the war in Ukraine; the loss of a star known for Superman and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert; and, and, in sport, the Tigers keep their N-R-L finals dreams alive.

In the early hours of tomorrow morning ((SATURDAY MORNING AUSTRALIAN TIME)), Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will sit down for a one-on-one meeting in Alaska, talks the US President hopes will lead to a ceasefire in Ukraine. The Russian leader has praised what he called ‘sincere efforts’ by the US to end the war… and floated the prospect of a nuclear arms deal. Kyiv and its European allies have urged Trump not to make any deals that carve up Ukrainian territory and put the continent’s long-term security at risk.

Protests over the targeted killing of journalists by Israel in Gaza; a Business Council plan to cut $1 billion worth of red tape in Australia; and, in tennis, Jordan Thompson to lead Australia’s Davis Cup qualifier against Belgium next month...

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley [[lee]] has renewed calls by her party for the Prime Minister to meet with Donald Trump face to face; today's job figures show Australian women's participation in the workforce has hit a record high; and, in pro-surfing, Australian surfers dominate at Teahupo’o reef to take out Tahiti Pro titles.

In this program: Interview with Homer Abramian about IRAN and the latest developements; Interview with migration agent Valentine Aghajani about changes in immigration rules and in Australia Explained, we will be talking about owning a pet in Australia

Police operation underway at Sydney Airport after gun fired amid arrest; Australia and 23 other countries call for Israel to urgently boost aid access to Gaza amid starvation crisis; and in sport; P-S-G coach Luis Enrique says dropping Gianluigi Donnarumma from European Super Cup squad a difficult decision.

Migration agent Valentine Aghajani spoke with SBS Assyrian about the latest updates from the Department of Immigration regarding refugee and migrant visas. She emphasised the importance of using ImmiAccount — the department’s online visa application system — rather than sending paper applications by mail. Ms Aghajani says, according to immigration instructions, applicants must wait at least 6-7 weeks to get a confirmation from the immigration department that their application has been received.

In this episode, Mr. Homer Abramian explained that “Iran,” pronounced (Eye-Ran), has been used for thousands of years, and that “Persia” is derived from the Iranian language (Parsi). He believes It is an inaccurate name and has no relation to race. Mr Abramian believes fears of regime collapse leading to civil war or separatism are hard to happen, noting that Iran’s diverse nationalities are bound by intermarriages, shared identity and a common commitment to national unity despite dissatisfaction with the ruling regime.

Critics of Australia's planned recognition of Palestine say the government should address the safety of the Jewish community; protests in the West Bank after the targeting and killing of a journalist and colleagues in Gaza; and in AFL, highly awarded Fremantle midfielder Nat Fyfe announces his retirement..

Israel's Prime Minister confirms phone call with Donald Trump over new military plans in Gaza; The Albanese Government marks 100 days of its second term; and in football, Crystal Palace takes the Community Shield, after a tight match against Liverpool...

In this program: Interview with Oliver Slewa about the homelessness awareness week: repeats SBS Assyrian 50 years with first program presenter Nille Davoodi: in Australia Explained. Is Australia's tap water safe to drink?

The New South Wales Parliament to vote on expelling disgraced MP Gareth Ward; Supporters of Kathleen Folbigg savage a two million dollar compensation payout; and in sport, mounting speculation that a South Sydney winger could be the new PNG franchise's first signing.

Australian Diplomats say a failure to recognise a Palestinian state would be rewarding Israel; Donald Trump announces 100 per cent tariffs on semiconductor chips; in sport, former Palestinian football captain Suleiman Obeid reportedly killed by Israeli forces while waiting for aid

Uncertainty over trade as US tariffs come into effect;The shooting death of a former police officer sparks fears of a gang war in Melbourne; in golf, Grace Kim tees up for the Women's British Open, with nine other Australians.

The Prime Minister has a call with the President of the Palestinian Authority; further arrests possible, after a Chinese national in Canberra is charged with foreign interference; in the N-R-L, Melbourne Storm apologises to members of the Wurundjeri community, after cancelling a Welcome to Country ceremony earlier this year.

In this program: Interview with Emmanuel Sada from Assyrian Democratic Movement about Assyrian Martyrs Day commemoration; Homer Abramian talks about his lecture about the Mistakes made by Assyrian leaders before and after WWI, and, from ALC features, a report about the Pro Palestine Harbour Bridge rally

Homelessness Week 2025, runs from 4–10 August. SBS Assyrian contributor Oliver Slewa sheds light on this critical issue, discussing the underlying causes of homelessness and exploring the actions that can be taken to support those affected.

Thousands of Queensland teachers strike over pay and conditions; US House committee subpoenas Clintons as Epstein investigation continues; in sport, North Melbourne embrace pressure of being reigning AFLW premiers.

A historic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become a powerful image of a nationwide protest movement in support of Palestinians in Gaza. More than 90,000 people braved rainstorm conditions to walk the bridge and call for the Australian government to sanction Israel for their military actions in Gaza and the restriction of aid to the territory.