World'The conditions for stabilisation': Rubio eyes rapid Gaza deploymentMarco Rubio says talks are under way to form an international Gaza force.24 Oct 09:40 PM
WorldTrump warns Israel over West Bank annexationUS Secretary of State arrives in Israel as fresh tensions test the fragile Gaza truce.23 Oct 06:20 PM
WorldVance says Israel not a ‘vassal state’ as criticism swirls around NetanyahuThree US envoys in the country with Secretary of State due tomorrow.22 Oct 09:09 PM
WorldHamas gives Israel another hostage body, vows to return restAn 81-member Turkish rescue team awaits Israeli clearance to enter Gaza.17 Oct 08:59 PM
WorldInside Hamas crackdown on rival Gaza clans in power struggleTrump’s ceasefire deal leaves Hamas running Gaza as phase-two talks loom.16 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldFull story of couple whose ordeal defined October 7 Hamas attackAvinatan Or was freed after two years held alone in tunnels, reuniting with Noa Argamani.16 Oct 04:00 PM
World Hamas claims all bodies returnedTwo more coffins were transferred to the Red Cross late on Wednesday.15 Oct 09:23 PM
World'Rest now, my sweet one': Mourners farewell Israeli hostage Guy Iluz at funeralIluz was 26 when Hamas abducted him from the Nova music festival on October 7.15 Oct 08:06 PM
World45 Palestinian bodies returned to Gaza authoritiesThe latest handover brings the total number of bodies returned to 90.15 Oct 06:23 PM
WorldIsrael set to reopen Gaza's Rafah crossing, Israeli public broadcaster saysThe reopening would follow Hamas returning four hostages' remains today NZT.15 Oct 07:04 AM
WorldTrump says US will disarm Hamas if it does not do so itselfIt is a potential vulnerability in a US-brokered ceasefire agreement.14 Oct 10:54 PM
WorldHostages reveal horror of two years in Hamas captivityFamilies say some hostages were tortured and starved in tunnels for months.14 Oct 06:04 PM
WorldPublic executions after Trump leaves Hamas in control of Gaza as Israeli forces pull-outDonald Trump said he gave Hamas ‘approval’ to take control after the pull-out.14 Oct 05:36 PM
New ZealandThe Front Page: What Trump's Gaza peace plan means – and why it could still failAbout 500,000 Palestinians are facing starvation as aid finally resumes.14 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldTrump turns focus to Ukraine peace talks, threatens Tomahawk supplyTomahawk missiles could hit Russian targets up to almost 2500km from Kyiv.13 Oct 11:39 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThere's relief but little to celebrate for many GazansNew York Times: Despair and hopelessness are pervasive, and many no longer see a future.13 Oct 11:39 PM
WorldTrump celebrates Gaza peace breakthroughBenjamin Netanyahu called him Israel’s ‘greatest friend’ before the Knesset.13 Oct 05:22 PM
WorldWatch: Hostages return to Israel as world leaders sign ceasefire agreementHamas will not attend, but Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas will join leaders.13 Oct 04:51 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThe lost chances to reach a ceasefire months agoNew York Times Analysis: Why the hostage release and truce is happening now.13 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldSeven Israeli hostages released to Red Cross in GazaHamas released the first seven of twenty Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Gaza. Video / AFPWatch13 Oct 07:02 AM
World‘Welcome home’: Israel celebrates release of final surviving hostages from GazaA huge crowd gathered in Tel Aviv erupted in joy at the reports.13 Oct 06:15 AM
WorldTrump heads to Middle East for peace summitIsrael plans to release 2000 Palestinian detainees once the hostages are freed.12 Oct 09:58 PM
WorldHostage deal on knife-edge as Israel, Hamas haggle over prisonersIsrael insists prisoners will be freed only after all 20 hostages return.12 Oct 07:25 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Morning News Update | Kiwis vote on rate hikes and Hamas expected to release hostagesNZ Herald Morning News Update | Hamas expected to release hostages, methane target cut welcomed and food prices show early signs of easing.Watch12 Oct 06:56 PM
WorldHostage release expected Monday ahead of Egypt summitHamas wants Israel to include seven senior Palestinian leaders in the swap.12 Oct 05:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA memo in a bunker, intercepted communications and Hamas’ October 7 plansNew York Times: Document and intercepts broaden what's known of Hamas’ Oct 7 attack plans.12 Oct 04:00 PM
