Russian soldiers left explosives buried in the contaminated soil.

Vladimir Putin attempts to take eastern Donbas region and slice Ukraine in two.

The Kremlin has declared the capture of the Donbas to be its main war goal.

Estimated 200 sailors are in a Crimean hospital after sinking of Russian flagship.

'I do not know what happened to the dead bodies.'

Russia says it has control of the city, and only a few remain holed up at the steel mill.

But couple from war-torn east also sound warning to Kiwis to "protect your democracy".

The CIA director warns the war could soon be taken to another level.

Putin ally and ex President warns Russia will deploy nuclear weapons if red line crossed.

And you thought Air New Zealand videos were cringe.

PM Jacinda Ardern urged MPs on the select committee to heed the legal advice.

RSA about what it terms NZ's two classes of veterans: 'It's a national shame.'

NZDF staff are on way to Europe as part of the response to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

Russian withdrawal leaves children shattered by the ghastliest scenes of war.

Claims the death toll from the siege of the Ukraine city could surpass 20,000.

Moscow appoints a decorated general as war commander for the next assault on Ukraine.

Emmanuel Macron's hopes of reelection clouded by a strong challenge from the far right.

British Prime Minister joined European leaders in visiting Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.

The suicidal pilot in a crash that killed 150 people had experienced a psychotic episode.

Moscow will commit further atrocities against civilians, it is claimed.

The university city is a haven of cycle lanes, vegan eateries and

Foreign Affairs Minister will not say whether NZ's assistance will include lethal aid.

Russian soldiers discussed killing civilians in messages obtained by German intelligence.

US President says sanctions will stifle Russia's ability to grow "for years to come".