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Mideast peace in Netanyahu's hands
Expectations are low for latest talks on Israeli and Palestinian conflict.
<i>Gwynne Dyer:</i> End is nigh for Gaza blockade
There are plenty of lies being told on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, writes Gwynne Dyer.
Body of soldier and injured comrades flying to NZ
The body of a Lt Tim O'Donnell and two of his injured comrades will fly back to NZ later today, the Defence Force says.
Soldier's body may be home in days
The body of slain NZ soldier Lieutenant Timothy O'Donnell and his two wounded colleagues may be home as early as Saturday evening.
Palmer to head UN flotilla inquiry
Sir Geoffrey Palmer says heading an inquiry into a fatal Israeli raid on an aid flotilla will probably be the hardest job he has done.
New Zealanders in Gaza convoy risking lives
Kiwi volunteers hoping to take part in a Gaza aid convoy have been told by organisers they could be putting their lives in danger.
Gurkhas killed by 'enemy within'
The three Gurkhas who died stood no chance. Two - believed to be British nationals - died in the operations room when it came under attack by a rocket-propelled grenade.
Israel eases blockade
Israel has eased its regime for food imports to Gaza, allowing through items like herbs, biscuits, jam and canned fruits.
Erdogan rides high in wake of flotilla
With the leadership of Recep Erdogan, Turkey is once more becoming a powerful player in the Middle East.
Iranian group to challenge aid blockade
The Iranian Red Crescent is planning to send humanitarian aid by sea to Gaza in a brazen challenge to Israel's sea blockade.
Israel rejects UN multinational inquiry
Israel has said it will not accept a UN plan for a multinational investigation into the lethal commando raid on an aid flotilla.
UN proposes Palmer to head Gaza inquiry
Former New Zealand prime minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer has been suggested to lead an inquiry into the raid on a Gaza-bound flotilla a week ago.