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Inquest on Christchurch terror attack resumes, leader of search team remains hopeful and NZ Air Force ready to evacuate New Zealanders in New Caledonia. Video / AP / NZHerald
NZ announces more sanctions against Russian-supporting entities in Ukraine war
More than 1700 people have been sanctioned since the illegal invasion of Ukraine began.
Opinion: We are closer to nuclear disaster today than at any point in the Cold War
OPINION: There is more danger today than when the developed world was carved up.
Israel and Iran play down apparent Israeli strike
Are the two bitter enemies ready to prevent their latest eruption escalating into war?
Kiwis 'strongly advised' to leave Israel as it launches missile counter-attack on Iran
Kiwis in Israel are 'strongly advised' to leave, says MFAT.
Miscalculation leads to escalation as Israel and Iran clash
New York Times: Israeli officials didn't see strike on Iranian target as a provocation.
NZ urged to do more to end Gaza conflict as fears of wider conflict grows
'The only real thing that will save I think a lot of children, a lot of people.'
'Whatever is required': Israel set to respond to Iran’s weekend missile attack
Benjamin Netanyahu: 'Israel will do whatever is required to defend itself'.
Focus: Iran-Israel relations go from bad to worse
Israel and Iran have been on a collision course throughout Israel’s six-month war against Hamas. Video / NZ Herald / AP
Pressure mounts on US lawmakers to approve new aid for Israel
Financial Times: Call for vote on stalled funding package as Iran’s attack adds urgency.
Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s attack
Officials said Israel and allies have intercepted 99 per cent of 300+ drones and missiles.
US shoots down Iran attack drones, Biden vows support for Israel defence
Several countries, including New Zealand, condemn the attack.
'Be prepared and ready': Iran launches massive drone attack on Israel
US says it will provide unspecified support for Israel’s defence.
Qantas diverts flight route to avoid Israel amid Iran tensions
The re-route comes amid fears of an imminent Iranian attack on Israel.
Government warns against travel to Gaza, Israel border regions
New Zealanders already in Gaza should leave as soon as it is safe to do so.
Hamas leader defiant after Israeli strike kills three of his sons
New York Times: Ismail Haniyeh says several of his grandchildren were also killed.
US president issues warning as Iran ‘prepares to launch missile strike’ on Israel
Joe Biden tells Tehran it must not carry out an attack.
'Evil regime must be punished': Iran hits out at Israel
Iran promised to retaliate against Israel over the attack on its consulate in Damascus.
Iran accuses the US of giving Israel the 'green light' to attack consulate
Iran has accused the US of allowing Israel to strike a consulate building in Syria.
Are state governments behind Kate conspiracy theories?
Hostile states may have helped to fuel wild theories and rumours.
US held secret talks with Iran over Red Sea attacks
Financial Times: Indirect negotiations in Oman aimed to end Houthi strikes.