WorldHarrowing drone footage shows Hamas leader's last moments as Israel calls killing 'beginning of the end'Yahya Sinwar appears to fling a stick at the Israeli drone before the video ends.18 Oct 02:59 AM
WorldFinal moments of Hamas leader Yahya SinwarThe IDF has released drone footage showing the final moments of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Video / IDFWatch18 Oct 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldHamas leader Yahya Sinwar was known for his cunning and brutalityNew York Times: The leader of Hamas was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza.17 Oct 10:36 PM
WorldMastermind of October 7 attack killed: Israel claims major blow to HamasHamas has not confirmed the death.17 Oct 05:52 PM
WorldUS pressures Israel: increase Gaza aid or risk arms suspensionUS is putting pressure on Israel to allow aid through to Gaza.15 Oct 11:24 PM
World‘Tragedy in Jabalia’: Gaza man loses more than 10 family members in latest airstrikesGaza's civil defence agency said at least 69 people have been killed in latest strikes.15 Oct 07:18 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow Israel’s army uses Palestinians as human shields in GazaNew York Times: Investigation reveals Israel's illegal use of Palestinian detainees.15 Oct 12:29 AM
WorldUS troops in Israel: New THAAD system amid Iran tensionsThe Gaza conflict has since broadened into an invasion of southern Lebanon.15 Oct 12:07 AM
WorldIsraeli airstrike on Gaza hospital compound kills four, injures dozensIsrael says the target of the strike was a Hamas command centre at the hospital.14 Oct 10:02 PM
WorldJoe Biden sends missile system and 100 US troops to IsraelThe mission marks the first significant deployment of US troops since the war began.13 Oct 10:49 PM
PoliticsWinston Peters harassed by protestors at NZ First ConferenceProtestors interrupted Winston Peters speech at the NZ First Party Conference this afternoon in Hamilton. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Oct 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Could NZ's foreign policy be Trumped? Why the Govt will be hoping for Kamala Harris winOPINION: The current National-led coalition inherited close relations with the US.12 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi mother describes harrowing escape from war-torn LebanonThe Dunedin resident received help from the NZ embassy in Cairo.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNowhere to go: How Gaza became a mass death trapNew York Times: “It seems unbelievable that these people…are unable to leave.”10 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Bodies were lined up outside': Photographers in Israel and Gaza on the images they can’t forgetNew York Times: Seven photojournalists describe moments that have defined a year of war.08 Oct 10:28 PM
WorldIsraeli PM threatens Lebanon with destruction 'like Gaza'Gaza civilians face dire conditions with many displaced still struggling for basic needs.08 Oct 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe war that won’t end: How October 7 sparked a year of conflictNY Times: As war spreads, the original conflict between Israel and Hamas has persisted.08 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Pain that will last forever': A year of war, a cycle of destruction going back decadesNYT: A year on from October 7, peace in the Middle East seems more elusive than ever.07 Oct 08:47 PM
New ZealandDestiny Church and pro-Palestinian protesters clash outside TVNZAbout 35 police officers are at the scene to separate the rival groups.07 Oct 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Gaza’s schools are for learning, not for dyingNYT OPINION: How can trauma be treated when it is never-ending?07 Oct 01:03 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldFemale soldiers who predicted October 7 say they are still being silencedThey are the eyes of the military along Israel’s embattled borders.06 Oct 10:39 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA ghostly life for those trickling back to villages attacked on October 7New York Times: Reminders of the trauma are inescapable for those who have returned.06 Oct 10:34 PM
WorldAt least 21 killed by Israeli airstrike on Gaza mosqueIsrael said the site was being used by Hamas to plan attacks.06 Oct 04:50 AM
WorldIsrael may launch ‘significant’ attack as anniversary of October 7 massacre nearsMilitary 'preparing' major onslaught in response to Iranian missile barrage.05 Oct 07:53 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMiddle East at war: 12 key momentsFT: Recent events are pushing the region towards the most dangerous crisis in decades.03 Oct 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeOil surges after Joe Biden’s comments on Israeli retaliationFinancial Times: US officials expect a response measured enough to avoid escalation.03 Oct 07:26 PM
New Zealand'This is home': Kiwis in Israel determined to stay despite MFAT warnings, threat of regional warIran shot nearly 200 projectiles at Israel early on Wednesday NZ time.03 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA wider war in the Middle East, from Hamas to Hezbollah and now IranNew York Times: The long-feared “wider war” in the Middle East is here.03 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeTop shale boss says US ‘unusually vulnerable’ to Middle East oil shockFinancial Times: Magnate blames Biden for decision to drain strategic oil reserve.03 Oct 12:48 AM
WorldState media report Iran fired 200 missiles at Israel, '90%... hit their targets'Sirens could be heard across Israel as people took shelter.02 Oct 06:10 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyMiddle East conflict could impact NZ exportersMany of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.30 Sep 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy the world’s biggest powers can’t stop a Middle East warNew York Times: Major nations have essentially become onlookers to Mideast events.30 Sep 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Who made David Seymour boss of education?OPINION: 'What is the Minister of Education doing – in fact, who is the minister?'30 Sep 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour MP removes post appearing to support attack on Israel, but no apologyDamien O'Connor's post has since been removed.29 Sep 11:57 PM