Dozens of soldiers freed in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
Elsewhere, Ukraine’s Odesa in the dark after huge network failure from damaged equipment.
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US to widen military presence in Philippines amid China fear
It comes after the US opened an embassy in Solomon Islands also to counter China.
Russia hits more civilian targets, EU officials visit Kyiv
5 dead in more strikes in Kramatorsk after apartment building attack killed 3, wounded 21.
Tyre Nichols death: Seventh officer disciplined, fire workers sacked
Calls for more officers to be fired have been loud and persistent from the Nichols family.
Officials sacked amid Ukraine corruption scandal
Shake-up "intended to calm Western partners" over aid and military support, analyst says.
Putin mulls new mobilisation of half a million conscripts
Lists of fighting-age men reportedly being drawn up, including those previously exempt.
South Korean police seek manslaughter charges over deadly crush
South Korean police seek criminal charges against law enforcement officers and officials.
Prince Harry blasts 'dangerous lie' about Afghanistan exploits
Duke of Sussex hits back about leaked excerpt from his book in Stephen Colbert interview.
Prince Harry left RAF base on ‘urgent business’ when drug testers arrived unannounced - claims
Duke of Sussex had just returned from brother's Royal wedding.
'Oh Spare Us': How UK media reacted to Prince Harry's book
Headlines from the UK press show scorn and bewilderment as Harry's memoirs hit early.
Ukraine weekend ceasefire uncertain amid mistrust
Putin announced the weekend ceasefire yesterday for the Russian Orthodox Church Christmas.
Taliban leader accuses Prince Harry of ‘war crimes’ after Afghanistan killing revelations
Harry detailed time fighting in Afghanistan, sparking disbelief - and Taliban response.
‘I killed 25’: Prince Harry reveals staggering death toll as army pilot in Afghanistan
The Prince has gone into detail about his time as a soldier in Afghanistan.
Putin is vowing to strengthen Russia's navy with nuclear submarine
The Russian President has vowed to further strengthen his navy.
Israel swears in Netanyahu as PM of hard-line govt
Govt is vowing to enact policies that could cause turmoil and alienate country's allies.
The NZDF personnel serving overseas this Christmas
NZDF has 100 plus personnel deployed around the world right through the festive season.
Power move? China building on reefs in critical shipping routes
Beijing is controlling access to crucial shipping lanes and strengthening its military.
Police chief hurt as gift from Ukraine ‘accidentally’ explodes
Poland’s chief of police was injured when a grenade launcher exploded at the Warsaw HQ.
Nato chief fears Ukraine war could become wider conflict
Sec-Gen says fighting could become a war between Russia and Nato and spread into Europe.
North Korea orders new artillery firings over South’s drills
North Korea’s military orders frontline units to conduct artillery firings into the sea.
Pentagon debuts new B-21 Raider stealth bomber
The B-21 Raider is the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years.
Torture allegations mount in Kherson in Russian occupation aftermath
Investigators say nine torture rooms found in region, warning only tip of the iceberg.
Nato commits to future Ukraine membership, drums up aid
War-torn Ukraine will one day become a member of the world’s largest security alliance.
How Ukraine's drone navy is menacing Russia's superior Black Sea forces
New technologies are changing the balance of power.
Russia using old, unarmed nuclear missiles as supplies run low
Russia has likely had to dip into its stock of ageing nuclear cruise missiles.
Nato vows to aid Ukraine ‘for as long as it takes’
Nato Secretary General says it will help transform Ukraine’s forces into a modern army.
BTS star’s military start date revealed
The group have gone on a hiatus so they can complete their mandatory military service.
US aid to Ukraine puts pressure on Pentagon’s arms stockpile
US defence production lines aren’t scaled to supply a major land war.
Biden says 'unlikely' missile was launched from Russia after emergency G7 and Nato meeting
Poland has officially responded after stray Russian rockets hit a village.
Recruitment issues in the air force
NZ Herald talks to Squadron Leader Mary Robertson and Flying Officer Alessandra McKain at RNZAF Ohakea about recruitment issues faced by the air force. NZ Herald / Mark Mitchell
Afghan couple accuse US Marine of abducting their baby
Bitter court case unfolding to determine the fate of a little Afghan girl.
Mexicana: Mexico planning army-run national airline
Plans propose the armed forces in the cockpit would be a bulwark against corruption.
Watch: NZ troops perform emotional haka for William and Kate
The ceremonial haka was performed by 25 members of the New Zealand Defence Force.
Queen's death a reminder of disappearing WWII generation
World War II veterans are now nearing their 100th birthdays.