PremiumPremiumWorldAs crisis builds, Lebanon’s government is nowhere to be foundNYT: The country of 5.4m people already stuck in a dejected state of nonstop emergency.02 Oct 01:28 AM
WorldIran's missile strike on Israel claims life of Palestinian in West BankA man in the West bank has been killed by Iran's missile attack on Israel.01 Oct 11:58 PM
WorldIran launches missile attack on IsraelIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns Iran "made a big mistake" and "will pay for it". Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Oct 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financePetrol price risk: Oil spikes after Iran’s missile attack on IsraelFinancial Times: Sustained price increases likely if a wider regional war breaks out.01 Oct 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsrael’s invasions of Lebanon: How the last three conflicts endedFinancial Times: The land offensive follows multiple invasions over the past 50 years.01 Oct 08:33 PM
WorldConflict in the Middle EastMissiles follow Israeli ground operation in Lebanon as sirens sound across Israel.Watch01 Oct 06:50 PM
New ZealandDargaville crime and Middle East conflict | Focus Morning Bulletin October 2, 2024Dargaville locals fear for safety, Iran launches missile attack on Israel and NCEA in for a shake-up.Watch01 Oct 06:37 PM
WorldHabib Battah on the latest developments in the Middle EastJournalist and founder of the Beirut Report Habib Battah updates Heather du Plessis-Allan on the latest developments in the Middle East. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch01 Oct 11:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsraeli military begins first ground incursion into Lebanon in nearly two decadesNew York Times: Israel warns of a significant escalation in the conflict with Hezbollah.01 Oct 01:35 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyMiddle East conflict could impact NZ exportersMany of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.30 Sep 11:13 PM
WorldLebanese army retreats as Israel readies for possible ground incursionIsraeli airstrikes hit Beirut, killing at least 95, amid fears of a ground invasion.30 Sep 11:07 PM
WorldSupreme Court: Israel can keep bodies for hostage negotiationsWalid Daqqa, detained for 38 years, died from cancer in April.30 Sep 08:51 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy the world’s biggest powers can’t stop a Middle East warNew York Times: Major nations have essentially become onlookers to Mideast events.30 Sep 08:34 PM
WorldIsraeli air strikes on Lebanon continue as they prepare for ground invasionWave of attacks has eliminated Hezbollah commanders; Iran vows to respond.30 Sep 07:07 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Who made David Seymour boss of education?OPINION: 'What is the Minister of Education doing – in fact, who is the minister?'30 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs Hezbollah threat loomed, Israel built up its spy agenciesNYT: How Israeli intelligence’s advances led to the targeting of key Hezbollah figures.30 Sep 06:00 AM
PoliticsLabour MP removes post appearing to support attack on Israel, but no apologyDamien O'Connor's post has since been removed.29 Sep 11:57 PM
WorldLebanon in crisis: Thousands flee as Israeli strikes escalateFamilies flee airstrikes in Beirut, seeking shelter as hospitals overflow with casualties.29 Sep 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow Israel killed Hezbollah’s leader and crippled the enemy on its borderTelegraph: Israel's military campaign in Lebanon may change the face of the Middle East.29 Sep 09:35 PM
WorldIsrael celebrates Nasrallah's assassination, but warns of future risksNasrallah's death is a 'strategic victory', but concerns remain over Hezbollah's power.29 Sep 08:25 PM
WorldIsraeli airstrikes, Hezbollah rockets heighten tensions ahead of US electionsUS urges Israel and Hezbollah to cease fire as conflict intensifies amid UN assembly.28 Sep 08:08 PM
WorldNetanyahu declares Israel has settled the score with Hezbollah's NasrallahNetanyahu claims continued strikes will aid in returning hostages home.28 Sep 08:06 PM
WorldHezbollah leader Nasrallah killed in Beirut strike, Israel saysThe military said that they carried out a precise airstrike.28 Sep 08:26 AM
New Zealand‘When’s it going to be my turn?’: Kiwi journalist’s terror as Israel airstrikes hit Beirut'It was just bang after bang after bang, and the building shaking.'28 Sep 03:00 AM
WorldIsraeli forces bomb a Hezbollah headquarters in BeirutIsrael launches deadly strike in Beirut, Lebanon. Video / SuppliedWatch27 Sep 10:25 PM
WorldIsrael claims to target Hezbollah’s leader in massive Beirut airstrike, casualties reportedLarge blasts rock Beirut; US denies prior knowledge of strike in Lebanon.27 Sep 09:49 PM
WorldIsrael prepares for ground offensive in Lebanon as Biden warns of all-out warNetanyahu vows to continue strikes on Hezbollah until displaced residents can return home.25 Sep 08:06 PM
WorldKeir Starmer's call for release of Gaza 'sausages' goes viralBritish Prime Minister's faux pas at party conference sparks media frenzy.24 Sep 11:58 PM
WorldStarmer's call for release of Gaza 'sausages' goes viralA video of Uk Prime Minister Keir Starmer calling on Hamas to return "the sausages" as he urged a peaceful solution to the Gaza war with Israel went viral on Tuesday. Video / AFPWatch24 Sep 11:27 PM
WorldLebanon’s deadliest dayLebanon suffered its deadliest day in two decades after Israeli air strikes killed 558 people. Video / AFPWatch24 Sep 11:13 PM
PoliticsPeters meets Palestinian Authority PM ahead of major UN speechesIt comes at a critical time in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.24 Sep 11:06 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat is Hezbollah, the militant group based in Lebanon?New York Times: A series of attacks has drawn attention to the Iran-backed militia.24 Sep 09:28 PM
WorldLebanon's deadliest day sparks global alarm over potential wider warIsraeli bombardment on Monday killed 558 people in Lebanon, including 50 children.24 Sep 08:26 PM
WorldLebanon reels after Israeli strikes kill nearly 500At least 492 people were killed and more than 1,600 were injured, Lebanese officials say.24 Sep 05:03 AM