WorldUS moves to stop Israel’s invasion of RafahJoe Biden is pushing for a United Nations vote calling for a temporary ceasefire.20 Feb 12:15 AM
WorldIsrael vows to 'finish the job' in Rafah by RamadanIsrael has threatened to invade Gaza by the end of the month if hostages are not freed.18 Feb 11:05 PM
New Zealand'Blood on your hands': Luxon confronted by heated protesters at Big Gay OutLast week, the PM said the Government was extremely concerned about Israel’s actions.18 Feb 03:26 AM
WorldIsrael has not presented evidence Hamas diverted UN aid deliveries into GazaIsrael claims Hamas is diverting UN aid into Gaza but hasn't provided evidence.17 Feb 08:35 PM
WorldIsrael-Hamas ceasefire talks suffer setbackRelatives of hostages say it will amount to a 'death sentence' for their loved ones.14 Feb 09:08 PM
WorldWhat weapons do Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah have?The cross-border conflict between Hezbollah and Israeli forces has escalated.14 Feb 08:18 PM
WorldAirstrike from Israeli hostage rescue wipes out entire Palestinian familyThe military operation to retrieve two hostages has taken a heavy toll in Gaza.13 Feb 11:52 PM
WorldFuture of animals on live export ship still unknownThe fate of about 16,000 livestock being offloaded near Perth is still being decided.13 Feb 07:40 PM
WorldIsrael, Hamas making headway in ceasefire talksTalks are moving forward despite Israel's renewed offensive in Gaza.13 Feb 07:33 PM
World'Last refuge of Gaza': South Africa appeals to UN court to stop invasion of RafahSouth Africa wants court to decide if Israel's invasion of Rafah breaches human rights.13 Feb 07:10 PM
WorldWhat happens if Egypt voids its treaty with Israel?If the treaty is nullified, it may have serious ramifications for Israel.12 Feb 09:57 PM
TravelCruises taking enormous detours to avoid Red Sea attacksNZ cruise passengers are being diverted thousands of kilometres to avoid troubled waters.12 Feb 09:50 PM
WorldIsrael to face war crimes charges if it invades RafahThe ICC has warned Israel will be held accountable if the raid goes ahead.12 Feb 09:09 PM
WorldTwo Israelis saved, over 60 Palestinians killed in Gaza hostage rescueIsraeli forces rescued two hostages in a densely packed town in the Gaza Strip.12 Feb 08:52 PM
World'Clear violation': Dutch court orders jet parts exports to haltHuman rights groups argue that providing the parts makes the country complicit in the war.12 Feb 08:25 PM
WorldIsrael says it has rescued 2 hostages from captivity in the Gaza StripIt says both men were kidnapped by Hamas militants from Kibbutz Nir Yizhak on October 7.12 Feb 04:49 AM
WorldUS allies brace for bumpy ride as concerns rise amid possible Trump returnMany worry a second term for Trump would be an earthquake.11 Feb 10:14 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes hit Rafah after Biden warns it needs a 'credible' plan to protect civiliansEgypt has threatened to suspend its peace treaty with Israel if Rafah is hit.11 Feb 08:17 PM
World'They are shooting at us': Fleeing Gaza family killed alongside medics sent to save themThe ambulance that went in search of a fleeing family has been found, blackened and burnt.11 Feb 07:27 PM
WorldNew Zealand joins global warnings against Israel’s planned Rafah invasionGlobal warnings of disaster and repercussions if Israel launches ground invasion in Rafah.11 Feb 06:17 PM
WorldIsrael claims it has found tunnels Hamas used under Gaza's UN headquartersIsrael says it discovered tunnels under the headquarters of Gaza's UN agency.11 Feb 08:23 AM
WorldJoe Biden order attaches conditions to military aid, easing Democratic riftLawmakers praise cutting off military aid to nations that violate protection of civilians.10 Feb 11:51 PM
WorldIsrael strikes kill 44 after Netanyahu says ground invasion is comingAn Israeli announcement of a ground invasion set off panic and warnings from diplomats.10 Feb 09:25 PM
WorldIsrael seeks to evacuate Palestinians ahead of expected southern Gaza invasionThe announcement comes after heavy international criticism of Israel's ground offensive.09 Feb 08:04 PM
WorldIsrael starts bombing Rafa, kills 13Israeli airstrikes have killed over a dozen people overnight in Rafah.08 Feb 08:28 PM
WorldBlinken: Hamas-Israel deal still possible though the sides remain far apartIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier rejected a detailed plan by Hamas.07 Feb 10:26 PM
World'Only absolute victory': Netanyahu rejects Hamas’ ceasefire dealThe PM says giving in to Hamas' demands will give it opportunity for another massacre.07 Feb 08:22 PM
WorldHamas gives 'positive’ response to Gaza ceasefire proposalThe Qatar PM says Hamas’ reaction to the latest Gaza ceasefire plan has been positive.06 Feb 08:28 PM
WorldMore than half of Gaza’s population crammed into border townIsrael’s evacuation orders in the Gaza Strip now cover two-thirds of the territory.06 Feb 08:27 AM
WorldWhat to know about the situation in the Middle East this weekMiddle East tensions are high, with war now on multiple fronts. This is what's happening.04 Feb 10:24 PM
WorldIsraeli minister blasts Biden, sparks anger at sensitive time for US tiesAn Israeli minister said Donald Trump would give the country more freedom to fight Hamas.04 Feb 10:08 PM
World'Houthi attacks must stop': Middle East tensions escalate with US, UK strikesIran appears to be signalling Tehran’s growing unease over the US strikes in Iraq.04 Feb 07:45 PM
New ZealandImitation body bags, fake blood outside Auckland city train station for Gaza protestOrganisers have promised to march every Sunday in Auckland until a ceasefire is declared.04 Feb 07:13 AM
WorldExplained: The US strikes in Iraq and Syria and its attacks with the UK in YemenBritish forces have joined their American allies in new attacks against militia in Yemen.04 Feb 06:00 AM
