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Police investigate threatening social media message after ‘genocide hotline’ launched
The campaign was launched for the public to report sightings of Israeli soldiers.
Israel defies UN, vows to cut ties with UNRWA
Supported by the US, Israel will cease contact with UN’s Palestinian relief agency.
Analysis: Fighting has halted in Gaza, but the war is not over
New York Times: Why Israel's Gaza truce faces a perilous road ahead.
As truce takes hold, Palestinians and Israelis express elation tinged with doubt
New York Times: The truce brings relief but leaves both sides wary of the future still.
In pictures: First Israeli hostages released, reunited with loved ones
'After 471 days Emily is finally home', says mum.
Simeon Brown takes health portfolio and Israeli hostages released | NZ Herald News Update
MP Simeon Brown has gained the health portfolio from Dr Shane Reti, and Hamas has released its first three Israeli hostages as a ceasefire begins. Video / Mark Mitchell, AFP
Hamas hands over first Israeli hostages as Gaza ceasefire begins
The hostages, all women, 'were officially handed over to the Red Cross'.
Gaza ceasefire to begin later today
Hundreds of aid trucks are set to enter Gaza, as displaced Palestinians prepare to return.
Israeli Government approves Gaza ceasefire deal
The truce, starting Sunday, allows the return of hostages and frees Palestinian prisoners.
Israel PM office says ‘deal to release the hostages’ reached
PM's office had accused Hamas today of reneging on key parts of the agreement.
Israeli Cabinet to vote on ceasefire deal amid latest Gaza strikes
The truce is expected to take effect in a couple of days.
Israel accuses Hamas of backtracking on ‘disastrous’ ceasefire deal; strikes Gaza
The truce is expected to take effect in a couple of days.
NCEA level 1 pass rate revealed and Ministry of Justice privacy breach | NZ Herald News Update
Figures show how many NCEA students achieved level 1 qualification last year and the Ministry of Justice has been encouraged to check its systems following a privacy breach.
Biden and Trump defy their history of animosity to seal Gaza ceasefire
New York Times: Collaboration didn't stop both sides from claiming credit.
What we know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement
New York Times: Deal aims to achieve release of hostages and return to "sustainable calm".
Opinion: Israel-Hamas ceasefire - Trump's return already impacting on global conflicts
OPINION: Biden's claim for credit a pathetic attempt to secure his legacy as a statesman.
Death toll in Gaza likely 40% higher than reported, researchers say
New York Times: Analysis found that more than 64,000 Palestinians may have been killed.
What we know of initial Gaza truce deal
Hamas to free 33 hostages and Israel to release 1000 Palestinian prisoners in truce deal.
Gaza conflict escalates with heavy casualties amid truce talks
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City kill over 50; hospitals overwhelmed with wounded.
Israel ramps up domestic arms production
Trump's return raises questions on leverage as Israel seeks arms autonomy amidst tensions.
WFP accuses Israel of firing on aid convoy in Gaza
WFP: Israeli forces fired on marked convoy in Gaza, endangering staff.
Group protesting against Israeli tennis player pause ASB Classic
Tournament boss has said Lina Glushko is entitled to play.
Gazans mourn loved ones after Israeli drone strike on humanitarian area
A drone strike the Israeli military says was targeting a 'Hamas terrorist' struck the humanitarian area of Al-Mawasi in western Khan Yunis. Video / AFP
‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says Hamas
Hamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.
Editorial: Why the lightning fall of Syria’s brutal regime matters for us all
OPINION: The ripple effects of a post-Bashar al-Assad world could spread to NZ.
Grim Treasury forecast and deadly earthquake in Vanuatu | NZ Herald News Update
Opposition critical of Finance Minister after grim fiscal update, and the death toll from Vanuatu's 7.4 magnitude quake rises to 14. Video / NZ Herald, Getty, Michael Thompson
Israeli strikes in Gaza 'kill 22', including Al Jazeera journalist
UN warns of famine as Gaza's health system collapses amid ongoing Israeli bombardment.