WorldIsrael and Hamas ceasefire talks are expected to resumeThe talks would mark the first time both leaders join the indirect negotiations.16 Mar 09:42 PM
WorldIsraeli held hostage by Hamas paraded through Gaza like a ‘trophy’Itay Regev described people ‘laughing and cheering’ as he was driven around Gaza.14 Mar 01:00 AM
WorldSouth Africa foreign minister says citizens fighting with Israeli forces will be arrestedCitizens who fight in the Israeli armed forces in Gaza will be arrested when they return.13 Mar 10:53 PM
WorldIsrael says it plans to direct Palestinians out of RafahHumanitarian groups have warned an offensive on the city would be a catastrophe.13 Mar 09:04 PM
WorldCharity ship bringing food aid to starving PalestiniansAn aid ship loaded with about 200 tons of food has set sail for Gaza.12 Mar 07:46 PM
WorldPalestinians begin fast with little to celebrateThe Muslim holy month arrived with ceasefire talks stalling, and hunger worsening.11 Mar 08:51 PM
EntertainmentOscars face protests and delays as stars forced to walkThe Academy Awards ceremony was delayed after guests failed to arrive in time.11 Mar 04:48 AM
WorldNetanyahu 'hurting Israel': Biden's comments show growing distaste for warJoe Biden has stepped up public pressure on the Israeli government.10 Mar 09:30 PM
WorldHow the US military is scrambling to build a floating dock for Gaza aidIsrael has sharply restricted land routes into Gaza, slowing the flow of aid to a trickle.09 Mar 07:54 PM
WorldFatal Houthi attack escalates risk for the Middle EastThe missile strike on a ship in the Red Sea threatens to further sever the crucial route.07 Mar 11:30 PM
World'Impossible to deliver': Pressure on Israel to open more aid routes growsEfforts to get much-needed humanitarian aid to Gaza are gaining momentum.06 Mar 10:16 PM
WorldHouthi missile attack on ship kills two crew membersThese are the first deaths resulting from the rebels' actions in the Red Sea.06 Mar 08:49 PM
WorldDeadline looms as Gaza ceasefire talks stallUS, Qatar and Egypt have spent weeks trying to broker an agreement to release hostages.05 Mar 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessANZ's Commodities Index gained 3.5 per cent in FebruaryThe twin canal crises are impacting smaller Kiwi exporters especially.05 Mar 12:59 AM
WorldIsrael-Hamas war: Gaza boy who lost arm in Israeli air strikes finds new hope across the worldA severely wounded 4-year-old boy from Gaza has come to the US for medical care.04 Mar 10:55 PM
OpinionOpinion: Will NZ act to help ensure the safety of Gazan refugees?OPINION: New Zealand has the opportunity to extend a lifeline to families trapped in Gaza.04 Mar 09:49 PM
WorldUN envoy says ‘reasonable' to believe Hamas committed sexual violenceThe UN team “found clear and convincing information”.04 Mar 08:59 PM
WorldThree Red Sea underwater data cables have been cutYemen’s Houthi rebels deny responsibility.04 Mar 07:28 PM
World'Friction' as Netanyahu's rival visits the US in diplomatic missionBenny Gantz's visit to the US has angered the Israeli PM.03 Mar 09:15 PM
WorldAfter 10 years of trying, a Palestinian woman had twins. An Israeli strike killed them bothA woman has lost her five-month-old babies in the latest round of Israeli strikes on Gaza.03 Mar 08:50 PM
WorldHamas says ceasefire could come in next 24 hoursHamas has demanded the Israeli military withdraw from Gaza and increase humanitarian aid.03 Mar 07:09 PM
WorldShip hit by Houthi rebels first vessel lost in conflictA ship attacked by Yemen’s Houthi rebels has sunk in the Red Sea.02 Mar 08:08 PM
WorldIsrael has agreed to Gaza ceasefire, US says. Now Hamas must decideIsrael has essentially endorsed a framework of a proposed Gaza ceasefire, says US.02 Mar 07:35 PM
World'First of many': US military airdrop aid into GazaThree planes from US Air Forces Central have dropped 38,000 meals into Gaza.02 Mar 07:00 PM
WorldRocket fire reported off Yemen in Red SeaA rocket has exploded off the side of a ship travelling through the Red Sea.28 Feb 10:52 PM
New ZealandInternational world day of prayer gives Palestinian women chance to be heardRev Kim Wright is pleased this year's service has been designed by Palestinian women.28 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldIsrael and Hamas deny ceasefire deal as imminentLeaders played down chances of breakthrough in talks for a ceasefire.27 Feb 08:58 PM
WorldIsrael-Hamas ceasefire deal could start next week, says USThe agreement is close to being finalised, according to the US.27 Feb 12:04 AM
WorldWhat would a new Palestinian government mean for Gaza?Palestine's PM has resigned his govt in a first step to resolve the conflict with Israel.26 Feb 08:33 PM
WorldIsrael vows to target Lebanon’s HezbollahIsrael’s defence minister vowed to step up attacks on Lebanon’s Hezbollah.25 Feb 11:17 PM
WorldNetanyahu warns ceasefire deal with Hamas won’t stop Rafah invasionThe US has warned Israel not to go through with its plans to invade Rafah.25 Feb 09:13 PM
WorldTrump’s march towards Republican nomination continues, beating Haley in her home stateIt is yet another major victory in his campaign to take the White House again.25 Feb 12:34 AM
WorldUS and British strike Yemen Houthi sites in response to Red Sea attacksEighteen Houthi targets in Yemen were hit after the militia group struck ships again.24 Feb 11:38 PM
WorldIsrael-Hamas war: Fears mount over humanitarian crisis and West Bank violenceIsraeli strikes killed at least 48 people in southern and central areas of Gaza.22 Feb 10:01 PM
