The Fordow Paradox: Israel's dilemma in Iran's nuclear standoff
Fordow, a key nuclear site, remains intact and heavily fortified underground.
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NZ urges Kiwis to leave Israel amid escalating conflict with Iran.
Air attack on Israeli cities after strikes in central Iran
Residential areas in both countries have suffered from deadly strikes in the conflict.
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Markets have been rattled by the Israel-Iran conflict, but remain relatively calm.
From 'Q' to 'C': MI6 appoints first female leader, gadget chief Blaise Metreweli
The Cambridge graduate and rower is a career intelligence officer.
Trump suggests Iran, Israel need 'to fight it out', MFAT advises Kiwis to leave region as death toll rises
Iranian missile fire killed at least 10 people in Israel overnight, authorities said.
Clash with Iran boosts Netanyahu, but Israelis worry about long fight
The escalation came after the coalition seemed to be close to collapse.
'How can Israel attack?': Iran faces backlash over defence failures
Iran's leaders face criticism after Israel's strikes on nuclear sites.
Analysis: Israeli leader's change from 'risk-averse' to 'risk-ready'
Arab neighbours are anxious about what conflict means for regional stability, experts say.
Israeli cities struck by Iranian missiles, 10 dead, many injured
Israeli airstrikes in Tehran targeted sites linked to nuclear weapons projects.
One reportedly dead as Iran launches more missiles, Israel targets Tehran
The exchange of fire has scuppered plans for a new round of Iran-US nuclear talks.
60 dead, including 20 children, after Israeli strike on Tehran residential building - state media
Earlier, air raid sirens and explosions were heard across Israel amid escalating tensions.
'We know what's going on': Donald Trump on US-Israel co-ordination ahead of strikes
The US President called for a new nuclear deal while discussing military action.
Israel strikes on Iran test Trump’s ‘forever war’ promise
ANALYSIS: President's populist base is sceptical, fearing involvement in another conflict.
Israel strikes on Iran kill top military leaders, escalate tensions
Iran's leader warned Israel of a 'bitter and painful' fate after the attacks.
What to know about Israel’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear programme
New York Times: Iran's state media says nuclear scientists, generals and civilians killed.
Iran and Israel: A once covert war has burst into the open
New York Times: An updated timeline of the Israel-Iran conflict over the past years.
'Potentially catastrophic' – Luxon speaks after Israel conducts ‘pre-emptive strike’ on Iran
The Prime Minister will visit China before heading to the Nato summit in Europe.
Israel intercepts drones fired from Iran in retaliation for deadly attacks
Israeli attack killed senior Revolutionary Guards and nuclear scientists.
Analysis: Why Israel may be considering an attack on Iran
New York Times: It's unclear whether there's a real strike plan or if it's sabre-rattling.
Market close: NZ sharemarket flat as tensions rise over potential Iran strike
The S&P/NZX 50 closed up 0.34% today after a spike in oil prices globally.
US on alert for potential Israeli strike on Iran
The US is moving some personnel out of the Middle East.
Controversial ‘run it straight’ NZ final moved to Dubai, contestants' flights paid for
The final was initially scheduled to take place in Auckland this month.
‘Barbarism that belongs in the Middle Ages’: Why NZ's travel ban on Israeli ministers matters for Gaza aid crisis
The Gaza blockade has lasted 11 weeks, cutting off crucial aid supplies.
Watch: Greta Thunberg says Israeli forces have ‘kidnapped’ her
Israeli forces boarded a Gaza-bound aid ship on Monday.
Israel vows to stop aid ship with Greta Thunberg aboard from reaching Gaza
New York Times: Greta Thunberg and Rima Hassan are aboard the Madleen.
'Eliminated': Israeli military claims it has identified Hamas Gaza chief's body
The IDF says Mohammed Sinwar was killed in an airstrike on May 13.
36 killed after Israeli troops fire near aid centre
Israeli forces killed 36 Palestinians; six of them near a US-backed aid centre.
'Brutally murdered': Thai hostage's body retrieved in Gaza
He was a Thai worker abducted during the October 7 Hamas attack.
Aid ship with Greta Thunberg on board nears Gaza
Activists on board say drones have approached the Madleen during its voyage.
'Not in this world': Pilgrims describe spiritual journey under scorching sun
Over 1.5 million pilgrims joined the hajj under intense heat in Mecca.
Israel strikes Syria after projectiles launched, blames Syrian leader
Syria denied firing the projectiles, calling Israel's actions a violation.
In emaciated children, Gaza’s hunger is laid bare
New York Times: Aid began to trickle in last week. But there is never enough.
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