WorldUN warns peace talks for Ukraine-Russia conflict just barely aliveOfficials praise recent diplomatic efforts but say drone attacks endangering negotiations.29 May 11:57 PM
WorldRussia to present peace terms to Ukraine at Istanbul talksKremlin rules out three-way meeting between Putin, Zelenskyy and Trump.28 May 06:42 PM
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
RoyalsKing Charles welcomed in Canada amid US annexation tensionsThe King was given an enthusiastic welcome during his historic visit.27 May 12:04 AM
WorldUkraine and Russia set for first direct talks in three yearsZelenskyy won't attend Istanbul meeting after Putin declined face-to-face negotiations.16 May 08:48 AM
WorldRussia sends low-level delegation for peace talks with UkrainePutin sent a lower-level team, avoiding direct talks with Zelenskyy and Trump.15 May 08:35 PM
WorldPutin snubs Zelenskyy peace talksThe Russian delegation will be headed by presidential aide Medinsky in negotiations.14 May 11:50 PM
WorldWhy Trump's offer to join Turkey peace talks mattersKremlin silent on who will represent Moscow at the negotiations.14 May 07:27 PM
Business'90-day pause': US and China to scale back tariffsThe US and China will cut tariffs for 90 days.12 May 08:05 AM
WorldIndia-Pakistan tensions escalate with drone attacks, 48 deadIndia and Pakistan are accusing each other of launching drone attacks.08 May 09:58 PM
WorldIndia's air strikes on Pakistan escalate tensions in regionIndia struck nine sites in Pakistan, calling it 'justice done'.07 May 12:08 AM
WorldUS to end mediation if Russia-Ukraine talks stall, says RubioUS wants a complete ceasefire, not a brief pause for Moscow’s commemorations.29 Apr 09:28 PM
WorldBrazil calls for diplomacy over Ukraine, Gaza conflicts at key meetingMinisters at Brics summit also discussed climate change and global trade.29 Apr 08:51 AM
World'Maybe he doesn't want to stop': Trump questions Putin's peace effortsTrump met Zelenskyy at Pope Francis' funeral in St Peter’s Basilica.26 Apr 07:30 PM
WorldIran, US to hold second round of high-stakes nuclear talks in RomeIran and US resume high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome as both sides weigh next steps.19 Apr 09:05 AM
WorldU.S. and Iran to hold high-stakes talks on nuclear programmeUS envoy signals flexibility, but insists Iran can't have a nuclear weapon.12 Apr 01:49 AM
PoliticsPhil Goff breaks his silence: Saying nothing about Trump is being complicitPhil Goff says he has no regrets about asking the question that got him fired. 03 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThe secret of survival – Winston Peters is set to turn 80Winston Peters was given a surprise gift by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.25 Mar 05:13 PM
World‘Very good chance’: Trump sees progress in Ukraine conflict talksPutin supports a ceasefire, but has 'serious questions' about its implementation.17 Mar 07:36 PM
World‘Not serious about peace’: Keir Starmer criticises Putin’s stanceUkraine agreed to a 30-day ceasefire, but Russia delayed talks, the UK PM said.15 Mar 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Ex-Trump adviser Chris Liddell has lessons for NZ to survive global turmoilLiddell has been out in the cold until now after his links to the US Capitol riots.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandKing sends message as sacked UK High Commissioner Phil Goff prepares to leave LondonGoff is expected to leave the UK this weekend. 13 Mar 12:17 AM
WorldUkraine backs 30-day ceasefire as US ends aid freezeUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said 'the ball is now in Russia’s court'.11 Mar 08:55 PM
Royals‘Uncertain times’: In break with tradition, King Charles urges unity amid global tensionsCharles hosted Zelenskyy and invited Trump for a second state visit.09 Mar 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Billions on the line if Kiwi diplomats can't work their magic on TrumpOPINION: In a cruel twist of irony, our exporters have been diversifying away from China.08 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Trump tariffs challenge NZ’s global trade positionTrump's tariffs aim to protect jobs and raise US tax revenue.07 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandExperts reveal why Goff’s comments cost him UK diplomatic roleA foreign relations expert says Goff overstepped in his comment although he was "right".06 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsPM says it’s ‘entirely appropriate’ Peters didn’t consult him on Goff sackingWinston Peters' office was not happy with NZ's High Commissioner in London.06 Mar 03:17 AM
RoyalsKing Charles’ role in Trump-Ukraine tensionsThe King's meetings aim to show equal respect to both Trump and Zelenskyy.05 Mar 09:12 PM
PoliticsHelen Clark questions continued involvement in Five EyesClark said she is concerned about mission creep of the arrangement.01 Mar 11:45 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters gifted a horse during visit to Mongolia 'In Mongolian culture, horses symbolise freedom, strength and vitality,' Peters said.28 Feb 09:06 PM
Kahu‘Phenomenal’: Te Matatini hailed by First Nations visitorsThirty First Nations people from Canada joined the festival in New Plymouth.27 Feb 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Calm heads need to prevail after China’s high seas tit for tatEDITORIAL: China’s live-firing exercises has fired shots across NZ and Australia’s bow.26 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldWhy Saudi Arabia hosted high-level US-Russia talks on UkraineRussian negotiators stayed at Riyadh's five-star Ritz-Carlton, while Kyiv was frozen out.20 Feb 11:00 PM
