No more NZ citizens or residents trying to leave Gaza - Mfat
One citizen left overnight via the Rafah crossing into Egypt, says Winston Peters.
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Aotearoa is like a salad: our differences do not have to divide us
OPINION: The Government has an active duty to protect taonga such as te reo Māori.
Foreign Minister Winston Peters to call for ceasefire in Gaza
Winston Peters also plans to 'unequivocally condemn' the Hamas terror attacks of Oct 7.
NZ risks being an 'international outlier' over WHO opposition, Helen Clark says
NZ is one of just a handful of 194 member states raising concern over “minor” policy.
Captured Kiwi Phillip Mehrtens 'still alive, healthy', West Papua freedom fighters say
The New Zealand pilot was taken hostage by TPNPB fighters in February this year.
MFAT working on release of Papua hostage after death threat video
Phillip Mehrtens was taken hostage by the West Papua Liberation Army fighters in February.
'No end in sight': Chris Hipkins' subtle dig as National's talks drag on for another week
The caretaker PM took a shot at National on Sunday as talks dragged into another week.
NZ Māori Council warns MFAT it’s ready for ‘fight’ over te reo Māori scrubbing
It comes after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs erased te reo Māori from some official use.
Fiji dodges a bullet as Cyclone Mal weakens, but big clean-up ahead
Fijian authorities are working to clear fallen trees on roads after a harrowing night.
Pro-Palestine protesters splash fake blood on US consulate, MFAT buildings
The group Tāmaki for Palestine has taken responsibility for the attack.
Eleven New Zealanders leave Gaza via Rafah crossing - MFAT
MFAT says it is working 'around the clock' to get the remaining NZ citizens out of Gaza.
Questions over why ex-Minister's office disagreed with Hamas attack tweet advice
The tweet led to Nanaia Mahuta admitting she could have used stronger language.
'Perilous situation': Ahmed Zaoui's lawyer speaks of her fears for the NZ citizen
A podcast special interview with imprisoned Ahmed Zaoui's lawyer Deborah Manning.
Death penalty sentence possible for imprisoned Ahmed Zaoui
Lawyer Deborah Manning said Zaoui is being held in 'overcrowded' and 'harsh' prison.
‘Do not travel’: Government warns Kiwis to avoid Israel, Palestinian Territories
Kiwis have been warned of possible kidnapping, rocket fire and military action.
Chinese Embassy leaves rubbish, cleaning bill at rental
The tribunal found it didn't have jurisdiction to hear case against it.
'Political interference': Visiting Saudi govt cited in multimillion-dollar property dispute
The tenant, a Foreign Affairs staffer, had concerns about the Saudis being in his home.
Tongan Government organises aircraft to evacuate Kiwi-Tongan church group
Kiwi-Tongan church members praise Tongan officials for helping get them out of Israel.
Fijian nationals flown out of Israel on emergency repatriation flight
More than 200 Fijian nationals have been flown out of Israel on an emergency flight.
Morocco quake: 44 Kiwis in country where more than 2000 have died
More than 2000 people have died, with the death toll still climbing.
'A decisive win' - NZ triumphs in big dairy trade dispute with Canada
NZ claimed Canada was making a mockery of the rules.
NZ embassy in Moscow not evacuated during June’s Wagner rebellion
Officials considered the risks were not sufficient.
Security and economy on agenda, as top EU diplomat visits NZ
Stefano Sannino flew into Wellington last week to talk security.
Should I cancel my holiday to Europe because of the heatwave?
An historic heatwave in southern Europe is making some travellers rethink their plans.
NZ to ‘set the record straight’ with Solomon Islands after aid accusations
Solomon Islands PM says NZ has failed in its aid commitment; NZ Government disagrees.
Kiwi tourist stabbed in Vancouver: 'Did this actually just happen to me?’
A New Zealand holidaymaker speaks after a terrifying, unprovoked street attack.
Kiwi tourist stabbed in Vancouver in ‘random and unprovoked attack'
Police investigating the ‘unprovoked’ stabbing in the city’s downtown area.
'Walk away': Australia’s farmers rubbish NZ-Europe free trade deal
EU deals show globalisation is not dead - but some sectors ask what difference that makes.
John Minto: Uncomfortable truths and speaking out
OPINION: Case can be made that Chris Hipkins was too soft on his visit to China last week.
PM Chris Hipkins’ China visit: President Xi meeting today in Beijing
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping today.
‘You’d better not jinx it’ PM on his high-stakes trip to China, and whether plane will get off the ground
The PM admits foreign policy isn't his background, but insists he's a fast learner
Family of NZ economist blast 'farce' trial amid claims of paid-off witnesses
Ex-Micronesian government advisor denies sex and child trafficking allegations.
Scholarship recipient connects with home while abroad
Lee Arna Nepia hoped her trip would encourage others to pursue the scholarship.
French Embassy reveals why warship was in Hauraki Gulf
French officials say Coastguard crew 'may have been surprised' by the navy vessel.