World‘Blatant violation’: Hamas accuses Israel as prisoner release stallsHamas released six hostages on Saturday; Israel postponed the prisoner exchange.23 Feb 09:23 AM
WorldIsrael PM delays freeing Palestinian prisoners over ‘humiliating’ hostage release ceremoniesNetanyahu delays prisoner release until Hamas stops 'humiliating ceremonies.'23 Feb 12:31 AM
WorldRemains of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas identified, family confirmsHamas blamed a possible 'mix-up' for the initial misidentification of remains.22 Feb 07:46 AM
WorldIsrael says hostage body returned by Hamas is not Bibas boys' mother ShiriIsrael is also accusing Palestinian 'terrorists' of killing Shiri Bibas's two boys.21 Feb 05:53 AM
WorldWhy Saudi Arabia hosted high-level US-Russia talks on UkraineRussian negotiators stayed at Riyadh's five-star Ritz-Carlton, while Kyiv was frozen out.20 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungWinston Peters - A to Z in foreign affairs - Audrey YoungWinston Peters' schedule in five countries includes a boxing bout and a big horse race. 19 Feb 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith fighting stilled, Palestinians face new trauma: Searching for their deadNew York Times: Families face fresh horrors as they search the rubble.17 Feb 12:44 AM
World‘All hell’: Trump’s ultimatum on Gaza hostage situationTrump set a Saturday deadline for hostages to be released from Gaza.11 Feb 01:28 AM
World‘Complete violation’: Hostage talks collapse amid tensionsThe next release, set for February 15, is delayed indefinitely.10 Feb 08:47 PM
WorldTrump: Palestinians will not return to Gaza after US takeoverUS President heralds 'big real estate site' as he vows to demolish what is left of Strip.10 Feb 08:11 PM
WorldNetanyahu praises Trump’s ‘revolutionary, creative’ Gaza plan amid backlashTrump’s Gaza proposal sparked global outrage.10 Feb 02:07 AM
World‘Serious threat’: Iran slams US plan to displace Palestinians in GazaAbbas Araghchi urged Islamic countries to unite against the relocation proposal.09 Feb 04:57 PM
PoliticsIsraeli news site corrects article labelled ‘fake news’ by Winston PetersThe story caught the attentions of an influential US Senator.02 Feb 09:11 PM
World‘Brutal scene’: Palestinian ministry condemns West Bank actionsIsrael is unapologetic for the latest attack on 'terrorist infrastructure' in Jenin. 02 Feb 09:05 PM
PoliticsNZ embassy in US involved in clarifying Israeli article ‘unfairly affecting NZ’s reputation’While the X post may be gone, the article remains live on the publisher's website.01 Feb 10:23 PM
WorldIsrael defies UN, vows to cut ties with UNRWASupported by the US, Israel will cease contact with UN’s Palestinian relief agency.28 Jan 08:23 PM
New Zealand‘Track them down’: Fury over campaign to hunt down Israeli soldiers holidaying in NZJewish groups have slammed the hotline, saying it has 'crossed the line'. 27 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Fighting has halted in Gaza, but the war is not overNew York Times: Why Israel's Gaza truce faces a perilous road ahead.20 Jan 10:48 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs truce takes hold, Palestinians and Israelis express elation tinged with doubtNew York Times: The truce brings relief but leaves both sides wary of the future still. 20 Jan 01:06 AM
WorldTwo judges shot dead at Iran’s Supreme CourtA person with a handgun entered the room of the two judges and shot them, spokesman says19 Jan 08:31 PM
WorldGaza ceasefire to begin later todayHundreds of aid trucks are set to enter Gaza, as displaced Palestinians prepare to return.19 Jan 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldBiden and Trump defy their history of animosity to seal Gaza ceasefireNew York Times: Collaboration didn't stop both sides from claiming credit.16 Jan 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat we know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreementNew York Times: Deal aims to achieve release of hostages and return to "sustainable calm".15 Jan 10:33 PM
WorldIsrael, Hamas agree deal for Gaza ceasefireCeasefire proposal has been brokered by US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators.15 Jan 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldDeath toll in Gaza likely 40% higher than reported, researchers sayNew York Times: Analysis found that more than 64,000 Palestinians may have been killed.15 Jan 12:18 AM
WorldWhat we know of initial Gaza truce dealHamas to free 33 hostages and Israel to release 1000 Palestinian prisoners in truce deal.14 Jan 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTrump family business announcements signal dynasty will keep making dealsNew York Times: Trump's business ties blur lines with new administration at Mar-a-Lago.08 Jan 12:58 AM
World‘The world’s first AI war’: Inside Israel’s controversial tactics in GazaAI-driven target bank fuels IDF's military campaign, raising civilian casualty concerns.31 Dec 07:59 PM
WorldFriendly-fire incident: US Navy pilots downed over Red SeaUS strikes Houthi targets in Yemen after pilots rescued from Red Sea.22 Dec 08:02 PM
WorldInside Assad’s hasty escape: The downfall of Syria’s ruling eliteSeveral Assad allies, including Maher and Mamlouk, sought refuge in Russia and Lebanon.21 Dec 09:40 PM
World‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says HamasHamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.21 Dec 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why the lightning fall of Syria’s brutal regime matters for us allOPINION: The ripple effects of a post-Bashar al-Assad world could spread to NZ.21 Dec 08:00 PM
World'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria commentsTurkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.18 Dec 10:53 PM
World'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflictUN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.17 Dec 09:00 PM
