America's forgotten war in Syria isn't stopping
The US shows no intention of pulling out of Syria but could ultimately face defeat.
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First Kiwi jailed for distributing extremist propaganda granted parole
Man jailed for possessing and distributing extremist propaganda to be released on parole
He risked his life but is 'Trolley man' really a hero?
Homeless man began ramming a shopping trolley into attacker attempting to stab police.
Putin seeks to defuse downing of Russian plane off Syria
All 15 on the Russian reconnaissance aircraft were killed when it was shot down yesterday.
UN warns of devastating Syria crisis
Syria's Idlib could face worst catastrophe this century, warns UN official.
Syrian town faces annihilation
A 'lake of blood' has been predicted in the ancient, rebel-held Syrian town of Idlib.
Ancient Syrian city of Palmyra could re-open for tourists
The ancient city, almost destroyed by ISIS, could re-open to tourists next year.
Russia masses ships, jets off Syria
Biggest taskforce sent by President Vladimir Putin's Government since 2015.
Syria attack: Vladmir Putin's mind games become deadly
Putin is up to something. His mind games are becoming deadly. So, what's really going on?
Syrian President Assad's wife has breast cancer
Such public health announcements are uncommon in the Arab world.
Maya finds an angel in Istanbul
Syrian girl shuffling on tin can legs pulls at heartstrings of prosthetic specialist.
'We lost everything ... I just want her to live in safety'
Strength and courage shine through in these photos of refugees from around the world.
Refugee's message: 'You are not alone'
Rana Hamida will eat like a refugee to help those still suffering in overseas' conflicts.
US criticised for assault on Isis 'capital'
Amnesty says coalition showed little regard for civilians in Raqqa campaign.
Ex-National MP and cop: Fix our gangs or face ISIS in NZ
Former National MP and cop Ross Meurant went to talk to the Head Hunters.
Syrian media report Israeli attack near capital Damascus
Israel says forces on high alert near border with Syria after spotting Iranian activity.
Exclusive: The spies who went into the cold: Agents lose powers after legal bungle
Our spies lost a key weapon in the fight against terrorism through a law-making error.
Kelly denies calling Donald Trump an 'idiot'
Tillerson allegedly called Trump a 'moron' and now Kelly apparently says he's an 'idiot'.
Editorial: Please be careful what you 'accept', Jacinda
Ardern learning the language - and lessons - of international diplomacy
Peters raises prospect of North Korea trade deal
Peters says taking Russia deal off table was right call - but it will be back.
No need to slavishly follow Five Eyes
COMMENT: Jacinda Ardern went further on Syria than the previous National Government.
Ardern meets Five Eyes leaders in London
PM would not say if more action over the use of chemical weapons was possible.
Destruction, traumatised residents in Syrian town of Douma
Hundreds queued as Syrian government handed out food to people left in Douma.
NZ's Russian embassy sends PR on Syria air strikes
The Russian Embassy in Wellington has issued a press release on the Syrian air strikes.
Truth about 'fake' Trump picture
Trump's Press Secretary was criticised for tweeting a "fake" photo of Syria strike talks.
Editorial: Ardern should support US strike
EDITORIAL: US has sent a message against chemical weapons. Will it be enough this time?
Alexander Gillespie: Syrian strike held a risk of war with Russia
COMMENT: The strike on Syria ran an unnecessary risk of war with Russia.
'Global chaos': Vladimir Putin's bone-chilling warning
As Donald Trump announced "mission accomplished", Putin issued a bone-chilling warning.
National would have supported allied missile strike
New Zealand should have followed Canada and Australia in support for strikes: Bridges.
Mike Hosking: Diplomacy is a failed strategy
COMMENT: How many Syrian children need to die before those pushing for diplomacy wake up?
'It was the strike we had all been anticipating'
I awoke at around 4.30am to a series of deafening thuds which shook the ground in Qudsaya.
Syrian president defiant, residents dance in streets after US attacks. So now what?
The US-led strikes against Syria prompted defiant celebrations in Damascus.