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'Life’s been much fuller and much richer because of this experience'.
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Efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are gaining new momentum.
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Yemeni rebels launched attacks on Israel and a ship travelling through the Gulf of Aden.
Why isn't desperately needed aid reaching Palestinians in Gaza?
Since the war began, despite best efforts, the humanitarian situation has worsened.
Hamas raped, sexually assaulted victims in October attack - report
Victim identities are unconfirmed as many were murdered after, says rape crisis centre.
Prince William’s plea to end Gaza fighting backed by British PM
The Prince was backed by Number 10, which said the nation should speak with “one voice".
Yemen's Houthi rebels continue attacks on US ships, drones
Houthi rebels are still launching attacks despite a month of US-led airstrikes.
US vetoes Arab-backed ceasefire resolution
The United States has vetoed an Arab-backed and widely supported UN resolution.
Prince William intervenes in Gaza crisis by calling for end to fighting
Prince of Wales warns 'too many have been killed' in Israel conflict.
Palestinian diplomat asks UN court to declare Israel's occupation illegal
Israel captured the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Mideast war.
US moves to stop Israel’s invasion of Rafah
Joe Biden is pushing for a United Nations vote calling for a temporary ceasefire.
Opinion: Moving closer to Australia is in NZ's strategic interest – joining Aukus is not
The NZ coalition has indicated it wants closer ties with traditional allies.
Israel vows to 'finish the job' in Rafah by Ramadan
Israel has threatened to invade Gaza by the end of the month if hostages are not freed.
Netanyahu slams Brazilian president’s comparison of Gaza war to Holocaust
Israel condemns Brazil after Lula's comments.
US says it will block new ceasefire resolution at the UN
The US says it hopes to broker a ceasefire and hostage-release agreement.
'Blood on your hands': Luxon confronted by heated protesters at Big Gay Out
Last week, the PM said the Government was extremely concerned about Israel’s actions.
Israel has not presented evidence Hamas diverted UN aid deliveries into Gaza
Israel claims Hamas is diverting UN aid into Gaza but hasn't provided evidence.
Egypt building border wall near Rafah
Egypt has warned Israel not to forcibly expel Palestinians into its territory.
Woman, 27, arrested after electorate offices vandalised
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He lost a son, then chronicled life in a Gaza hospital
NY Times: To dull his pain, Mustafa Abutaha told stories of people sheltering with him.
Israeli forces storm main hospital, saying hostages likely held there
The war shows no sign of ending, and the risk of a broader conflict is growing.
Hundreds flee one of Gaza’s last working hospitals, fearing Israeli attack
New York Times: Israeli military ordered them to leave and threatened further action.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks suffer setback
Relatives of hostages say it will amount to a 'death sentence' for their loved ones.
What weapons do Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah have?
The cross-border conflict between Hezbollah and Israeli forces has escalated.
Airstrike from Israeli hostage rescue wipes out entire Palestinian family
The military operation to retrieve two hostages has taken a heavy toll in Gaza.
Israel, Hamas making headway in ceasefire talks
Talks are moving forward despite Israel's renewed offensive in Gaza.
'Last refuge of Gaza': South Africa appeals to UN court to stop invasion of Rafah
South Africa wants court to decide if Israel's invasion of Rafah breaches human rights.
What happens if Egypt voids its treaty with Israel?
If the treaty is nullified, it may have serious ramifications for Israel.
Cruises taking enormous detours to avoid Red Sea attacks
NZ cruise passengers are being diverted thousands of kilometres to avoid troubled waters.
Israel to face war crimes charges if it invades Rafah
The ICC has warned Israel will be held accountable if the raid goes ahead.
Two Israelis saved, over 60 Palestinians killed in Gaza hostage rescue
Israeli forces rescued two hostages in a densely packed town in the Gaza Strip.
'Clear violation': Dutch court orders jet parts exports to halt
Human rights groups argue that providing the parts makes the country complicit in the war.
'The bombing was everywhere': Palestinians describe ‘night full of horror’
New York Times: Palestinians describe night of fear as Israeli strikes pummelled the area.