WorldRussia launches record 479 drones at Ukraine in latest escalationSeventy buildings, including homes and a nursery, were damaged in Rivne.09 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldRussia claims advance into key Ukraine region amid stalled peace talksForces advanced into Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, escalating the invasion.08 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandUkraine's secret service publishes footage of alleged attack on Crimean bridgeKyiv's SBU releases video of a blast under the Crimean bridge, claiming Ukraine detonated a bomb on the key link between annexed Crimea and Russia. Video / AFPWatch04 Jun 12:56 AM
World'Unique special operation': Ukraine claims third strike on Crimean bridgeThe SBU conducted an underwater operation with over 1000kg of explosives.03 Jun 11:20 PM
New Zealand'Like a brother to me': Friend of Kiwi killed in Ukraine pays tribute to mateKearns died at the start of April.03 Jun 07:22 AM
WorldRussia’s ‘Pearl Harbour’ has left Putin’s attack plans in tattersMoscow’s strategy of raining bombs is likely to be hampered by Kyiv’s drone strikes.03 Jun 04:42 AM
WorldUkrainian grandmother's daring mission to rescue grandson from RussiaOlena Matviienko’s journey to find Illia crossed four international borders.01 Jun 07:29 PM
WorldUkraine drones destroy Russian bombersUkraine's Operation Spider's Web targets airfields deep behind enemy lines. Video / Video ElephantWatch01 Jun 07:17 PM
WorldWatch: Swarms of drones from parked trucks destroy Putin’s bombersThe operation, called ‘Spiderweb’, caused $2 billion of damage, Ukraine claims.01 Jun 06:34 PM
WorldBritain to be 'war-ready' with $3.4b for new bomb factoriesThe UK will buy 7000 long-range weapons to boost its military readiness.01 Jun 04:59 AM
WorldBridge collapse kills 7, injures dozens in RussiaAt least 69 were injured, including three children, after the bridge collapse.01 Jun 04:10 AM
New Zealand'Virtually nothing': Father criticises NZ govt support after son's deathPhil Bagshaw criticised NZ for lack of support after his son's death in Ukraine.30 May 08:58 AM
New ZealandNew Zealander killed in Ukraine died trying to save fellow soldiersShan-Le Kearns is the fourth New Zealander known to have died in the conflict.29 May 08:46 PM
New Zealand'He was saving lives': Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine in grenade attackImages of the soldier’s body have been shared on Russian Telegram channels.29 May 06:32 AM
PoliticsPM Luxon open to ‘Anzac’ visit to Ukraine amid Russian warLuxon says he'd ideally tee up other meetings in Europe to pair with a potential visit. 28 May 03:59 AM
World'Playing with fire': Trump hits out at Putin over Ukraine conflictTrump's comments followed a record Russian drone attack on Ukraine.27 May 07:48 PM
WorldTrump labels Putin 'crazy', warns of Russia’s downfall'He’s killing a lot of people. I’m not happy about that,' says the US President.26 May 02:43 AM
World'Massive enemy attack': Drone and missile strike hits KyivEight people were wounded in incident, Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap gets under way.24 May 09:26 AM
OpinionOpinion: Delivering hope in Ukraine's darkest hoursOpinion: Hope is a powerful force that can profoundly impact individuals and communities. 23 May 04:50 PM
New ZealandGamer turned soldier: 20yo Kiwi with no army experience is fighting in UkraineA young Wellington man is serving in Ukraine's Ground Forces.22 May 11:53 PM
WorldRecord drone barrage: Kyiv under siege amid high-stakes talksZelenskyy meets Vance in Rome after attending the Pope's inaugural mass.18 May 08:06 PM
World'Knocking down walls': New pope vows change amid global challengesDignitaries who attended included Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Vice-President JD Vance. 18 May 07:33 PM
WorldTrump says he will speak to Putin to end Ukraine 'bloodbath'The recent Ukraine-Russia talks agreed on a 1000-for-1000 prisoner swap.18 May 12:14 AM
WorldUkraine war talks yield POW swap, but no truceTrump has said 'nothing's going to happen' until he meets Putin face-to-face.16 May 08:12 PM
New ZealandRussia and Ukraine strike deal, Manhunt continues in South Auckland | NZ Herald News UpdateRussia and Ukraine come to an agreement, Police continue to search for a man following an incident in Papakura yesterday. Wild weather is on the way. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 May 08:01 PM
WorldPutin snubs Zelenskyy peace talksThe Russian delegation will be headed by presidential aide Medinsky in negotiations.14 May 11:50 PM
WorldZelenskyy offers to meet Putin 'personally’ for talks in TurkeyIt comes after US President Donald Trump said direct talks were needed.11 May 07:42 PM
WorldPope Leo XIV raises spectre of 'third world war' in first Sunday addressThe 267th pontiff has addressed turbulent current events head-on.11 May 06:06 PM
New ZealandExplosions rock Kashmir and Russia urged to accept ceasefire | NZ Herald News UpdateIndia-Pakistan ceasefire falters following explosions in Kashmir, and world leaders urge Russia to accept 30-day ceasefire proposal. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch10 May 08:39 PM
WorldTrump renews pitch for unconditional 30-day Ukraine ceasefireHe has warned if a ceasefire is not respected more sanctions will be imposed.08 May 11:57 PM
WorldBiden accuses Trump in first interview since leaving White HouseBiden's interview with the BBC came just over 100 days into Trump's presidency.07 May 08:57 AM
BusinessAmazon launches first Starlink-rival internet satellitesBackers of the $16.7 billion initiative plan to deploy thousands of satellites.29 Apr 01:58 AM
WorldTrump critical of three-day Ukraine ceasefire next weekIt coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.29 Apr 12:03 AM
World'Stop shooting' Trump tells Putin, claims Zelenskyy will 'give up' CrimeaTrump has urged Putin to 'stop shooting' and sign a peace deal in Ukraine.28 Apr 12:08 AM