WorldTrump says Iran president requests ceasefire, Tehran says 'false'Iran flatly rejected Donald Trump's claim that Masoud Pezeshkian sought a truce.01 Apr 07:34 PM
WorldIsrael warns Houthis will 'pay the price' for entering Iran warThe Houthis say they fired a missile barrage, but Israel reports downing two.29 Mar 12:25 AM
WorldMiddle East war has no clear end in sight after three weeksWashington is weighing a risky US Marines operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.22 Mar 05:17 AM
PremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: What power do we want policing the world? Russia, China or US07 Mar 05:00 PM
WorldPentagon hits Houthi targets in Yemen, signals to Iran with B-2 bombersThe US has carried out strikes against five underground weapons sites run by the Houthis.17 Oct 07:53 PM
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
WorldIsraeli warplanes pound southern Lebanon as war fears escalateIsrael’s military signals it is preparing for a broader offensive.21 Sep 11:29 PM
World'Striving for destruction': Houthis fire missile into IsraelNine people were injured in the strikes, marking continued escalation.15 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSoaring coffee prices force roasters to add lower-cost beans to blendsFinancial Times: High-quality arabica, cheaper beans have both surged in recent months.25 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandKiwi exporters struggling with doubled shipping costsMinistry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said global rates have nearly doubled since April.30 Jul 11:41 PM
WorldFlames 'seen across Middle East' after Israel strikes Yemen portIsraeli jets struck an oil depot at al-Hudaydah Port in Yemen, sparking a large fire.20 Jul 11:11 PM
WorldHouthis claim deadly drone strike near US Embassy office in Tel AvivOne person was killed and seven others injured in an explosion.19 Jul 05:48 AM
Banking and financeFight for control of Yemen’s banks between rebels, government threatens to further wreck economyRivalry over the banks is throwing Yemen’s financial system into deeper turmoil.16 Jun 07:38 PM
WorldUS and Britain strike 13 Houthi rebel targetsAmerican and British fighters and US ships hit a wide range of underground facilities.31 May 12:09 AM
WorldYemen's Houthi rebels claim responsibility for downing of US droneThe rebel group says it shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper with a surface-to-air missile.28 Apr 05:21 AM
New ZealandYemeni 'collateral damage' possible with NZ deployment to Red SeaThe Defence Force sent a team of six to take part in United States-led military strikes.14 Apr 11:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeIndia’s navy frees ship hijacked by Somali piratesFinancial Times: Gang that seized bulk carrier in December forced to surrender.17 Mar 05:34 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS held secret talks with Iran over Red Sea attacksFinancial Times: Indirect negotiations in Oman aimed to end Houthi strikes.13 Mar 07:39 PM
