WorldIsrael approves ceasefire with Hamas that includes release of at least 50 hostagesUnder the deal, Hamas is to free 50 of the roughly 240 hostages it is holding in Gaza.22 Nov 01:32 AM
World'We will continue the war': Israeli PM says war against Hamas will not stop after ceasefireBenjamin Netanyahu has stated the war 'will continue until we achieve all our goals'.21 Nov 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFamilies of hostages in Gaza are desperate for proof of lifeNew York Times: Hamas has offered no information about the nearly 240 hostages.21 Nov 06:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFor years, two men shuttled messages between Israel and Hamas. No longerNew York Times: Israeli peace activist and Hamas official had a secret back channel.21 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldIsrael battles Hamas near another Gaza hospital sheltering thousandsIsraeli forces are pressing their offensive against Hamas in northern Gaza.20 Nov 08:42 PM
New ZealandJewish community says it feels 'isolated and vulnerable' after swastika graffitiIt comes a week after a statue of a Jewish ex-Auckland mayor was defaced with a swastika.20 Nov 06:47 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIs Israel’s military strategy to eradicate Hamas working?New York Times: International condemnation of civilian casualties is growing.20 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'We’ve never seen this number killed': How Gaza turned into a ‘graveyard’ for childrenNew York Times: Thousands of children have been killed since the Israeli assault began.19 Nov 09:52 PM
WorldDozens of Israeli hostages may be freed ‘within days’The ambassador to US says he is hopeful a breakthrough deal with Hamas can be reached.19 Nov 08:08 PM
World'Act of terror': Houthi rebels hijack Israeli-linked ship in the Red SeaYemen’s Houthi rebels have seized an Israeli-linked ship in a Red Sea shipping route.19 Nov 07:12 PM
Politics'No end in sight': Chris Hipkins' subtle dig as National's talks drag on for another weekThe caretaker PM took a shot at National on Sunday as talks dragged into another week.19 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldIsrael and Hamas ‘close to deal’ to free hostages and pause fighting for 5 daysThe Washington Post reports the release of hostages could begin in days.19 Nov 10:55 AM
New ZealandProtesters descend on Wellington and Auckland streets to decry Gaza conflictAn estimated 5000-7000 were gathered in Aotea Square to call for a ceasefire.19 Nov 05:28 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMinister of Trade makes direct pitch to US President Joe BidenDamien O’Connor's pitch was said to have piqued the US President’s interest.19 Nov 03:00 AM
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins calls for ceasefire in GazaHis surprise Sunday announcement was made as Labour leader, not caretaker PM.19 Nov 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSasha Borissenko: How international humanitarian law applies to the Israel-Hamas WarOPINION: Plus, what is New Zealand doing?18 Nov 10:00 PM
WorldTerror and ‘no mercy’: Kiwis at the frontline of Israel-Hamas warKiwi journalist Thomas Mutch gives his account of the fear, hatred and hope he found.18 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldHamas terrorist who killed Shani Louk is dead, says mumLouk's mother is now urging Israel to make a deal and bring the hostages back alive.16 Nov 09:33 PM
WorldCommunications 'cut-off' in Gaza endangers already stricken civiliansInternet and telephone services have collapsed across the Gaza Strip for lack of fuel.16 Nov 08:51 PM
WorldBody of Israeli hostage found near Gaza hospitalYehudit Weiss was abducted on October 7 from the ravaged Kibbutz Be’eri.16 Nov 08:01 PM
WorldIsrael considers proposal from Hamas to release 50 hostagesIsrael is considering a proposal that would free at least 50 women and children.16 Nov 12:33 AM
World'Who will take care of them?': Supplies not enough to help stricken Gaza patientsHealth officials said supplies and equipment don't solve the question of safe evacuation.15 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldIsraeli tanks enter Gaza’s Shifa Hospital compoundIsraeli tanks were inside the medical compound and soldiers have entered buildings.15 Nov 07:19 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldDesperate effort under way to evacuate young cancer patients from GazaNew York Times: The youngest is not even a year old; the oldest is 14.14 Nov 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe occupied West Bank: Divided by faith, united by fearNew York Times: Searching for answers and a shred of hope amidst the bloodshed.14 Nov 05:00 AM
Opinion'A graveyard for children': Palestine's humanitarian catastropheOPINION: The children of Gaza report feeling "insecure all the time".13 Nov 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'In the circle of death': Israeli forces reach gates of besieged Gaza city hospitalNew York Times: “The situation here is catastrophic in every sense of the word.”13 Nov 10:50 PM
WorldBattles around Gaza hospitals leave newborns strandedHundreds of patients and displaced people remain at Shifa Hospital.13 Nov 07:19 PM
New ZealandPro-Palestine protesters splash fake blood on US consulate, MFAT buildingsThe group Tāmaki for Palestine has taken responsibility for the attack.13 Nov 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGaza hospitals near collapse as fighting rages nearbyNYT: With limited power, water and supplies, hospitals struggle to keep patients alive.13 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice charge shovel-wielding man after boy injured at protestThe attack on a child at a pro-Palestine rally called a 'cowardly hit from behind'.13 Nov 02:22 AM
WorldEleven New Zealanders leave Gaza via Rafah crossing - MFATMFAT says it is working 'around the clock' to get the remaining NZ citizens out of Gaza.12 Nov 09:13 PM
World'They are outside the gates': War traps wounded in Gaza hospitalHealth officials reject Israel's claims that it is helping babies and others evacuate.12 Nov 07:47 PM
New ZealandPro-Palestine protest: Boy hit by shovel-wielding man, police make 3 arrests at rallyRally attendees said they witnessed the man with the shovel earlier in the day.12 Nov 04:38 PM
