The crew were on a mission to deliver aid to the Palestinian territory of Gaza.

Treen is expected to be deported back to NZ.

A murky, red liquid found around three mummies in Egypt has been analysed by scientists.

Andrew Stone offers some tips for your Iranian voyage.

Andrew Stone is spellbound by the hospitable people he meets in this enduring land.

Israeli military carry out its largest daytime air strike campaign in Gaza since 2014 war.

Syrian girl shuffling on tin can legs pulls at heartstrings of prosthetic specialist.

Comment: What part of 'America First' do you not understand? writes Charles Lane

Thousands gathered to mourn Palestinian medic apparently shot dead by Israeli soldiers.

AA calling for a tax reduction to curb prices as 91 octane reaches $2.30 a litre.

A prophecy is unfolding in the Middle East. Riots. Killings. War. At its centre is Trump.

As protesters were shot and killed in Gaza, US contingent opened embassy in Jerusalem.

Israel Embassy defended its response, saying it had the right to protect its borders.

Aaron Palmer has returned home and wants to connect with kids and make a difference.

Pulling out of the agreement is more likely to make Iran develop nuclear weapons.

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.

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.

Palestinian death toll after Friday's border clashes has risen to 18.

Yesterday's exodus was the largest of civilians in Syria's eight year civil war.

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.