'Take the win': Biden pushes Israel to show restraint after drone attack
The United States has highlighted its role in helping Israel thwart Iran's aerial attack.
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Pressure mounts on US lawmakers to approve new aid for Israel
Financial Times: Call for vote on stalled funding package as Iran’s attack adds urgency.
Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s attack
Officials said Israel and allies have intercepted 99 per cent of 300+ drones and missiles.
US shoots down Iran attack drones, Biden vows support for Israel defence
Several countries, including New Zealand, condemn the attack.
'Be prepared and ready': Iran launches massive drone attack on Israel
US says it will provide unspecified support for Israel’s defence.
Qantas diverts flight route to avoid Israel amid Iran tensions
The re-route comes amid fears of an imminent Iranian attack on Israel.
Government warns against travel to Gaza, Israel border regions
New Zealanders already in Gaza should leave as soon as it is safe to do so.
Hamas leader defiant after Israeli strike kills three of his sons
New York Times: Ismail Haniyeh says several of his grandchildren were also killed.
US president issues warning as Iran ‘prepares to launch missile strike’ on Israel
Joe Biden tells Tehran it must not carry out an attack.
'Evil regime must be punished': Iran hits out at Israel
Iran promised to retaliate against Israel over the attack on its consulate in Damascus.
Iran accuses the US of giving Israel the 'green light' to attack consulate
Iran has accused the US of allowing Israel to strike a consulate building in Syria.
Are state governments behind Kate conspiracy theories?
Hostile states may have helped to fuel wild theories and rumours.
US held secret talks with Iran over Red Sea attacks
Financial Times: Indirect negotiations in Oman aimed to end Houthi strikes.
Russia-Ukraine war anniversary a time to reflect
OPINION: People in Ukraine the past two years have borne a toll that few can imagine.
US Seals die in weapon intercept mission
Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons.
Iran accuses Israel of sabotaging gas pipeline
An Israeli attack on an Iranian natural gas pipeline has caused multiple explosions.
Yemen's Houthi rebels continue attacks on US ships, drones
Houthi rebels are still launching attacks despite a month of US-led airstrikes.
Blasts hit a natural gas pipeline in Iran, official says it was an act of sabotage
Official blames 'sabotage and terrorist action'.
What to know about the situation in the Middle East this week
Middle East tensions are high, with war now on multiple fronts. This is what's happening.
'Houthi attacks must stop': Middle East tensions escalate with US, UK strikes
Iran appears to be signalling Tehran’s growing unease over the US strikes in Iraq.
US, Britain begin new strikes on Yemen’s Houthis
Second wave of assaults meant to further disable Iran-backed groups.
US begins strikes on militias in Iraq, Syria
Joe Biden and US leaders have been warning for days they would strike at militias.
Red Sea: US hints large response to militias is imminent
Previous US strikes have not deterred Houthi attacks.
US pins blame for deadly drone strike on Islamic Resistance
The US has cast blame on the Islamic resistance for a drone attack that killed 3 soldiers.
Iran launches three satellites into space as tensions rise
Iran’s rapidly expanding nuclear programme worries the West.
Why NZ is sending Defence Force personnel to Red Sea
"What are the consequences of inaction?"
'Escalatory attacks': US launches airstrikes on Iranian-backed militia in Iraq
US Central Command said the attack targeted headquarters, storage, and training locations.
Iran 'directly involved' with Houthi attacks - US
Houthi attacks are considered the most hostile acts against shipping in two generations.
Why Iran is the common link in conflicts from Gaza to Pakistan
NYT: At every flashpoint in a set of conflicts there’s been a common thread: Iran.
Pakistani strikes in Iran kill at least 9, raising tensions along border
The retalitatory attack escalates conflict across the region.
Vengeance attack: Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes on Iran after Tehran attack
The attack kills at least seven people and further raises tensions between two nations.
'Blatant violation': Pakistan recalls ambassador after attack
Islamabad denounced the attack as a “blatant violation” of its airspace
Iran attacks alleged militant bases in Pakistan
Islamabad says the ‘unprovoked’ strikes have killed 2 children,
US drawn further into Middle East conflict with Houthi strikes
Financial Times: US struggles to balance deterrence and diplomacy amid war shockwaves.