World‘Ready to release’: Hamas official on next steps in Gaza truceHamas is ready to release all hostages in one batch during the second phase.19 Feb 10:50 PM
WorldWhy six hostages' release is pivotal in Israel-Hamas negotiationsHamas and Israel agreed to release six living hostages from Gaza on Saturday.18 Feb 07:59 PM
WorldIsraeli minister demands Hamas surrender, leave Gaza amid truce talksBezalel Smotrich demands that Hamas surrender arms and leave Gaza immediately.17 Feb 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith fighting stilled, Palestinians face new trauma: Searching for their deadNew York Times: Families face fresh horrors as they search the rubble.17 Feb 12:44 AM
New ZealandHealth sector chaos, Hamas hostages to be released and speeding cameras are downThe NZ Health sector is believed to be in chaos after multiple high profile resignations. Hamas has been ordered to release more hostages and multiple speed cameras are down.Watch14 Feb 07:43 PM
WorldThreats of intense new war if Hamas hostages not releasedThe current truce is strained, with both sides accusing each other of violations.12 Feb 06:46 PM
World‘No more games’: Israel urges action as hostage deadline loomsHamas has delayed hostage release, accusing Israel of violating ceasefire terms.11 Feb 09:13 PM
World‘Complete violation’: Hostage talks collapse amid tensionsThe next release, set for February 15, is delayed indefinitely.10 Feb 08:47 PM
WorldTrump: Palestinians will not return to Gaza after US takeoverUS President heralds 'big real estate site' as he vows to demolish what is left of Strip.10 Feb 08:11 PM
World‘Complete withdrawal’: Israeli troops vacate strategic Gaza roadIsraeli troops withdrew from the Netzarim Corridor on Sunday, easing tensions.09 Feb 07:52 PM
World‘Serious threat’: Iran slams US plan to displace Palestinians in GazaAbbas Araghchi urged Islamic countries to unite against the relocation proposal.09 Feb 04:57 PM
World‘The death bunker’: Three Israeli hostages freed in truce swap with HamasThe men were held captive in the Gaza Strip for 16 months.08 Feb 09:35 PM
World‘Brutal scene’: Palestinian ministry condemns West Bank actionsIsrael is unapologetic for the latest attack on 'terrorist infrastructure' in Jenin. 02 Feb 09:05 PM
World‘Shocking scenes’: Israel frees Palestinian prisoners after chaotic hostage exchangeIt is the third hostage-prisoner exchange under a January 19 ceasefire deal.30 Jan 05:57 PM
WorldIsrael defies UN, vows to cut ties with UNRWASupported by the US, Israel will cease contact with UN’s Palestinian relief agency.28 Jan 08:23 PM
World‘We will not leave’: Palestinians slam Trump’s idea to ‘clean out’ GazaThe US President has floated a plan to move citizens out of the war-battered territory.27 Jan 01:07 AM
WorldFour Israeli hostages reunited with families as 200 Palestinian prisoners releasedGaza militants released four female Israeli hostages.25 Jan 08:52 PM
WorldIsrael army chief resigns over October 7 ‘failure’ 1210 people died and 251 were taken hostage in the attack by Hamas.21 Jan 06:53 PM
WorldNetanyahu vows to quash Gaza ‘threat’ on second day of truceThe truce began yesterday, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US.20 Jan 10:53 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Fighting has halted in Gaza, but the war is not overNew York Times: Why Israel's Gaza truce faces a perilous road ahead.20 Jan 10:48 PM
WorldIn pictures: First Israeli hostages released, reunited with loved ones'After 471 days Emily is finally home', says mum.19 Jan 11:55 PM
WorldHamas hands over first Israeli hostages as Gaza ceasefire beginsThe hostages, all women, 'were officially handed over to the Red Cross'.19 Jan 05:19 PM
WorldGaza ceasefire to begin later todayHundreds of aid trucks are set to enter Gaza, as displaced Palestinians prepare to return.19 Jan 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Gaza ceasefire the first triumph of new Trump eraOPINION: Trump is pro-Israel, no doubt. But he’s also pro-Trump.18 Jan 03:00 AM
WorldIsraeli Cabinet to vote on ceasefire deal amid latest Gaza strikesThe truce is expected to take effect in a couple of days.16 Jan 11:29 PM
WorldIsrael accuses Hamas of backtracking on ‘disastrous’ ceasefire deal; strikes GazaThe truce is expected to take effect in a couple of days.16 Jan 06:46 PM
New ZealandNCEA level 1 pass rate revealed and Ministry of Justice privacy breach | NZ Herald News UpdateFigures show how many NCEA students achieved level 1 qualification last year and the Ministry of Justice has been encouraged to check its systems following a privacy breach.Watch16 Jan 06:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat we know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreementNew York Times: Deal aims to achieve release of hostages and return to "sustainable calm".15 Jan 10:33 PM
WorldIsrael, Hamas agree deal for Gaza ceasefireCeasefire proposal has been brokered by US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators.15 Jan 07:13 PM
OpinionOpinion: Israel-Hamas ceasefire - Trump's return already impacting on global conflictsOPINION: Biden's claim for credit a pathetic attempt to secure his legacy as a statesman.15 Jan 07:10 PM
WorldWhat we know of initial Gaza truce dealHamas to free 33 hostages and Israel to release 1000 Palestinian prisoners in truce deal.14 Jan 06:20 PM
World‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says HamasHamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.21 Dec 09:23 PM
WorldIsraeli-American soldier's death sparks Trump’s fierce Hamas threatTrump vows to hit Hamas “harder than anybody” if hostages aren’t released by January 20.02 Dec 09:35 PM
WorldWhite House seeks Gaza ceasefire but admits 'we're not there yet'Israel, US discuss ceasefire; hope grows for Hamas hostage release amid ongoing conflict.01 Dec 09:09 PM