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‘Abhorrent and cruel’: UN slams Hamas' handover of hostages' remains
Hamas handed over four hostages' remains in a public ceremony in Khan Yunis.
‘Ready to release’: Hamas official on next steps in Gaza truce
Hamas is ready to release all hostages in one batch during the second phase.
Netanyahu praises Trump’s ‘revolutionary, creative’ Gaza plan amid backlash
Trump’s Gaza proposal sparked global outrage.
‘Complete withdrawal’: Israeli troops vacate strategic Gaza road
Israeli troops withdrew from the Netzarim Corridor on Sunday, easing tensions.
Israeli news site corrects article labelled ‘fake news’ by Winston Peters
The story caught the attentions of an influential US Senator.
‘Brutal scene’: Palestinian ministry condemns West Bank actions
Israel is unapologetic for the latest attack on 'terrorist infrastructure' in Jenin.
NZ embassy in US involved in clarifying Israeli article ‘unfairly affecting NZ’s reputation’
While the X post may be gone, the article remains live on the publisher's website.
Israel defies UN, vows to cut ties with UNRWA
Supported by the US, Israel will cease contact with UN’s Palestinian relief agency.
‘Track them down’: Fury over campaign to hunt down Israeli soldiers holidaying in NZ
Jewish groups have slammed the hotline, saying it has 'crossed the line'.
Donald Trump floats plan to ‘just clean out’ Gaza
Trump also ordered the release of 2000lb bombs for Israel.
Netanyahu vows to quash Gaza ‘threat’ on second day of truce
The truce began yesterday, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US.
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.
Gaza ceasefire to begin later today
Hundreds of aid trucks are set to enter Gaza, as displaced Palestinians prepare to return.
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".
Israel, Hamas agree deal for Gaza ceasefire
Ceasefire proposal has been brokered by US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators.
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.
‘The world’s first AI war’: Inside Israel’s controversial tactics in Gaza
AI-driven target bank fuels IDF's military campaign, raising civilian casualty concerns.
Friendly-fire incident: US Navy pilots downed over Red Sea
US strikes Houthi targets in Yemen after pilots rescued from Red Sea.
Inside Assad’s hasty escape: The downfall of Syria’s ruling elite
Several Assad allies, including Maher and Mamlouk, sought refuge in Russia and Lebanon.
‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says Hamas
Hamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.
'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria comments
Turkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.
'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflict
UN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.
Letters: Kiwis' safety and security have gone backwards
OPINION: 'My insecurity stems from events both overseas and domestically.'
Israeli strikes in Gaza 'kill 22', including Al Jazeera journalist
UN warns of famine as Gaza's health system collapses amid ongoing Israeli bombardment.