Gaza cease-fire talks resume, but hopes are muted amid fears of wider war
New York Times: Increased pressure on negotiations as death toll in Gaza hits 40,000+.
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US joins global condemnation after Israel's school strike kills 100
World leaders condemn Israel’s air strike on Gaza refuge which killed about 100 people.
Opinion: Netanyahu is a disaster for Israel and for Jews everywhere
Financial Times: He has one plan: endless war so he can stay in office and out of jail.
Israel strikes Rafah after Hamas accepts a Gaza ceasefire proposal
Palestinians had hoped that a planned Israeli attack had been averted.
NZ launches trade negotiations with UAE
The country has begun trade negotiations with the United Arab Emirates.
Palestinians ordered to evacuate Rafah signalling Israeli ground invasion
Israel described Rafah as the last significant Hamas stronghold after seven months of war.
Sportswashing sadly heading into its dry cycle
OPINION: Public disgust over the issue of sportswashing appears to have waned.
Tight Five: Is Havili a genuine contender for All Blacks No 10 jersey?
OPINION: Scott Robertson has instructed his former side to make the radical change.
Sports Insider: Middle East money is bad for rugby but NZR will still support it
Qatari cash comes at a useful time for NZ Rugby, but what are the costs?
Gregor Paul: Qatar's bid to buy rugby disappointing but inevitable
OPINION: The reported offer to bring the game to the Middle East can't be ignored.
The Oscars of Airports: Singapore slips and Auckland soars in 2024 awards
For one night of the year, it’s about the journey.
Kazakh travel blogger blocked at NZ border over visit intentions
Alisher Yelikbayev was removed from a flight to Auckland after a late visa cancellation.
US ship with equipment for building a pier on its way to Gaza
United States officials said it will likely be weeks before the pier is operational.
Netanyahu warns ceasefire deal with Hamas won’t stop Rafah invasion
The US has warned Israel not to go through with its plans to invade Rafah.
Gaza ceasefire efforts gain steam with US envoy visit
Efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are gaining new momentum.
Hamas gives 'positive’ response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
The Qatar PM says Hamas’ reaction to the latest Gaza ceasefire plan has been positive.
The three deals that could end the war in Gaza
NYT: Top officials from at least 10 nations are negotiating urgently behind the scenes.
Qatar lashes out at Netanyahu after mediation criticism
Qatar is outraged at reports Benjamin Netanyahu has criticised mediation efforts.
Opinion: Like it or not, high immigration is here to stay
Financial Times: Western politicians who promise to curb migration are doomed to fail.
Release of infant hostage from Gaza being blocked, Israel says
The IDF say 10-month-old Kfir Bibas and his family have been handed to a separate group.
Go-to Mideast war mediator Qatar saves insecure truce with Tel Aviv trip
The visit by Qatari officials to Israel marked an extraordinary moment for both countries.
Editorial: Fifa’s move to Saudi Arabia smells of sportswashing
OPINION: Our editorial on Saudi Arabia being in line to host the 2034 men's World Cup.
'Shame to finish like this': Lawson finishes at back of F1 field in Qatar GP
Liam Lawson expected a tough weekend in Qatar and got exactly that.
Invasive gynaecological passenger examinations won’t be repeated, Qatar Airways exec says
Five women say they were taken off a flight at gunpoint and searched.
Qatar Airways 'invasive' searches one reason for blocking 21 new flights
Doha aimed to double its 28 flights per week. Australia said no.
Qatar hits back with stunning claim after All Whites ‘racism’ incident
Qatar Football Association claims its own player was the victim of racism.
Israeli strikes: Senior commanders and families killed in attacks
Three senior commanders and members of their families were killed in the attacks.
Saudi Arabia’s plan to take down Emirates and Qatar
The push comes as the kingdom seeks to redefine itself beyond its oil wealth origins
Qatar investigates 'near miss' takeoff from Doha after plane falls 300m
The 787 came within 250 metres of the ocean in an unexpected nosedive.
Lawyers seek release of suspect in EU corruption scandal
EU assembly has halted work on files involving Qatar as it investigates bribery scandal.
Taliban minister defends women’s university ban
The decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.
Afloat in a futuristic megaship: What it's like onboard the Qatar cruise ship hosting England WAGs
The new luxury cruise ship with an11-storey spiral slide.
Suitcases of cash, luxury holidays and secret accounts: Qatar bribery scandal rocks Europe
Unprecedented corruption investigation shakes Brussels’ establishment to the core.
How Argentina can beat France; how France can beat Argentina
The key to how Messi or Mbappé can win the World Cup on Monday.