Israel says forces on high alert near border with Syria after spotting Iranian activity.

Trump's decision to withdraw from Iran deal is a blow to European allies.

Sue Halliwell went to Gallipoli and left with stories of compassion.

Ardern learning the language - and lessons - of international diplomacy

Hundreds queued as Syrian government handed out food to people left in Douma.

Trump's Press Secretary was criticised for tweeting a "fake" photo of Syria strike talks.

The US-led strikes against Syria prompted defiant celebrations in Damascus.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the chemical attack was a breach of international law.

When estranged husband asked to keep sons for an extra night, Iryna's nightmare began.

Sergei Cherepanov operated under the guise, David Frith – a NZ-born business consultant.

Syrian government has intensified shelling of eastern Ghouta suburbs.

Three years of war have left 22 million people in Yemen needing aid and protection.

Latest twist in a long-running saga between Palestinian family and Israeli authorities.

Plastic has many uses - but have we made too much and what can we do about it?

COMMENT: Diplomacy is a two-way street, and in NZ it's rude not to take an extended hand.

GRAPHIC: They say a picture is worth a thousand words.

Julie Bishop says it is important not to "undo" efforts to stop people-smuggling.

Fifteen staff are jobless and 145 international students have to move to another school.

Gulf States are throwing money at the sport to get on top

Remember when some people thought sport and politics shouldn't be mixed? How about music?

The new US embassy in London -- iron fist in a green glove

EDITORIAL: Trump has set a new low with his attempt at swaying a UN vote with foreign aid.

Palestinian killed as diplomatic fallout over Trump's Jerusalem decision continues.

Donald Trump is preparing to do something no other president has been willing to risk.

Three memorials have been planned for Yasmine Ryan, a Kiwi journalist working in Istanbul.

Father of Kiwi journalist Yasmine Ryan flies to Turkey to bring her home.

Donald Trump's son-in-law was once his right-hand-man, but he could be a potential risk.

Ardern refused to back down on Manus Island, saying she had to do what was right.

COMMENT: Creation of Israel does not dishonour Kiwi soldiers' sacrifice 100 years ago.

Comment: November brings the centenary of fateful decisions for the Middle East.