PremiumPremiumWorldTensions with Qatar escalate after Israel kills Al Jazeera journalistsQatar funds the television network and is a central mediator in talks to end the Gaza war.11 Aug 09:52 PM
WorldUN condemns Israeli strike killing Al Jazeera journalists in GazaIsrael accused one of the journalists of being a Hamas militant.11 Aug 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldInside Europe's diplomatic change on GazaNew York Times: Key powers worked up plan over past six months; bringing in Arab nations.11 Aug 12:55 AM
WorldDoctors detail the daily deluge of Gazans shot while seeking foodMedics from the US and Europe volunteering in Gaza hospitals describe treating victims.10 Aug 10:11 PM
WorldNetanyahu defends plan to expand control over Gaza amid crisisIsraeli Prime Minister plans to quickly seize Gaza City and nearby camps.10 Aug 08:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Arab forces’ running Gaza? Questions over Israel's planNY Times: 'At this point, all the choices are bad. We need to pick the least bad option'.10 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldSix key moments in Israel’s military campaign in Gaza against HamasFrom the 2023 Hamas attack to a plan to occupy Gaza City as the first step of a takeover.10 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon, Albanese talks focus on lifting living standardsThe New Zealand PM said transtasman relations are as strong as they've ever been.10 Aug 03:22 AM
WorldFalling aid package kills teen in central GazaFootage shows pallets crashing as Gazans scramble for aid in Nuseirat.09 Aug 11:01 PM
World'Take control': Israel’s plan for Gaza City sparks wave of criticismGermany has halted military exports to Israel, citing concerns over their use in Gaza.08 Aug 07:27 PM
WorldIsraeli army will ‘take control’ of Gaza City: PM statementIsrael plans to take control of Gaza City, says Netanyahu's office.08 Aug 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsraeli security cabinet approves full military takeover of GazaNew York Times: Plan allows for humanitarian aid to civilians 'outside the combat zones'.08 Aug 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow a protest group got tangled in a terrorism lawNew York Times: Palestine Action has been put on a list of banned terror groups.08 Aug 02:19 AM
WorldUK police warn Palestine Action protesters: We’ll charge you all with terror offencesAbout 200 people have so far been arrested for supporting the group which has been banned.07 Aug 08:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldEven Hiroshima’s pacifist cause is losing believers New York Times: Some Japanese think that peace for peace’s sake is no longer enough.07 Aug 08:00 PM
Herald NOWIsrael cabinet meets to decide Gaza's fateHelen Clark, Former UNDP Administrator on Israel's call to take over Gaza. Video / Herald NowWatch07 Aug 07:00 PM
WorldNetanyahu seeks full control of Gaza amid mounting pressure'We want to have a security perimeter. We don’t want to govern it,' the Israeli PM said.07 Aug 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionIona Thomas: Palestinian recognition isn't a reward. It's a rescue planOPINION: The UK calls for a ceasefire, humanitarian access and a political horizon.07 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: NCEA masterclass – Stanford schools colleagues on how to get things doneOPINION: It has been Erica Stanford's week, or perhaps Erica Stanford's year.07 Aug 12:13 AM
WorldGrok, is that Gaza? AI image checks mislocate news photosThe photo is actually of 9-year-old Mariam Dawwas in Gaza on August 2, 2025.06 Aug 11:28 PM
WorldWhy Israel's strategy on Gaza is sparking internal debateThe Israeli military must execute government decisions on Gaza, says the defence minister.06 Aug 07:48 PM
WorldUK military planes aid Israel in search for Gaza hostagesTelegraph: UK relations with Israel under strain but military support continues over Gaza.06 Aug 02:15 AM
World'They will only bring our brothers back in coffins': Hostage family fearsFreed hostages described the terror of being in Hamas tunnels.05 Aug 09:48 PM
Herald NOWIsrael wants full conquest of Gaza and debate over sale of alcoholNicole McKee and Chlöe Swarbrick join Ryan Bridge to discuss Gaza, sale of alcohol and the Government ‘removing obstacles’ to fisheries.Watch05 Aug 07:50 PM
WorldIsrael vows to occupy entire Gaza StripSenior security officials say Israel has achieved its military objectives.05 Aug 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisNetanyahu squanders his moment to halt the warNew York Times: Both Hamas and Israel's PM are refusing to make the compromises needed.04 Aug 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS and Israeli officials float idea of ‘all or nothing’ Gaza dealNew York Times: 'No piecemeal deals, that doesn’t work,' US envoy Steve Witkoff said.03 Aug 08:54 PM
WorldThousands of pro-Palestine protesters march across Sydney Harbour BridgeWikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was among the tens of thousands of demonstrators.03 Aug 06:04 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGaza's destruction seen from the airAirdrop flights offered a vantage over the closed-off Gaza Strip.03 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldWhy Hamas' hostage videos are sparking global outrageRelative says clip of emaciated brother felt like “one million punches to the heart”.02 Aug 04:08 AM
WorldUN aid convoys turn deadly for desperate civilians in GazaMore than 50 people killed as chaotic scenes greet trucks carrying food from the UN.02 Aug 03:58 AM
New ZealandUS envoy arrives in Middle East, job layoffs at Weta | NZ Herald news update: August 2, 2025A US special envoy has arrived in Gaza in hopes to mediate some peace. Turmoil offer Trump's tariffs continues. Job layoffs at Weta Workshop in Wellington. PM is in Christchurch.Watch01 Aug 08:07 PM
New Zealand‘Lagging behind’: NZ stance on Palestinian recognition questionedPrime Minister Luxon says NZ's focus should be on getting aid into Gaza.31 Jul 11:18 PM
WorldUS envoy holds talks in Israel ahead of critical Gaza visitSteve Witcoff met Netanyahu shortly after his arrival.31 Jul 08:18 PM