WorldHouthis launch sea drone attack on US NavyHouthis got within close range of US vessel before detonating.04 Jan 09:29 PM
World84 killed in suicide bombings: IS claims responsibility for Iran attackThe attack killed wounded an additional 284 people.04 Jan 07:52 PM
WorldIran says at least 95 were killed in blasts at a ceremony honouring slain generalIran says twin bomb blasts killed at least 95 people.03 Jan 05:53 PM
WorldHouthis show no sign of ending Red Sea attacksAttacks aimed at Israel-linked ships in effort to stop the Israeli offensive in Gaza.30 Dec 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS cracks down on money flow to Iran-backed HouthisFinancial Times: Treasury imposes sanctions after Red Sea attacks.29 Dec 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS says Iran ‘deeply involved’ in Houthi Red Sea shipping attacksFinancial Times: White House declassifies intelligence pointing to Tehran’s role.23 Dec 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsRed Sea ship attacks pose another threat to global economyNew York Times: Just as inflation eases, a key shipping route becomes a battleground.19 Dec 11:20 PM
WorldHouthi rebels strike a Norwegian-flagged tanker in the Red SeaThe ship was apparently not linked to Israel.12 Dec 08:29 PM
WorldIraq scrambles to contain fighting between US troops and Iran-backed groupsDozens of attacks on US facilities by Iran-backed factions cause concern for Iraq.11 Dec 09:28 PM
PoliticsNZ risks being an 'international outlier' over WHO opposition, Helen Clark saysNZ is one of just a handful of 194 member states raising concern over “minor” policy.01 Dec 04:24 AM
WorldYemen’s Houthi rebels launch strikes at Israel during Gaza warHouthi rebels have launched at least six drone and missile attacks toward southern Israel.15 Nov 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChina, Russia, Iran and the prospect of American retreatFinancial Times: US faces simultaneous security challenges in Asia, Europe, Middle East.14 Nov 12:48 AM
WorldArmita Geravand, injured on Tehran’s Metro, has diedGeravand’s injury sparked renewed criticism of Iran’s treatment of women.29 Oct 12:32 AM
OpinionAs Israel-Gaza crisis worsens and UN remains impotent, what are NZ’s diplomatic options?OPINION: New Zealand must reassert its support for the laws of war.27 Oct 03:30 AM
WorldIran’s foreign minister warns Israel to stop Gaza attacks or risk ‘huge earthquake’Israel should stop its attacks on Gaza as soon as possible, says Amirabdollahian.15 Oct 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhat links Hamas to the Axis of Resistance and its patron Iran?Financial Times: Tehran-backed network could provide explanation for multipronged assault.09 Oct 11:49 PM
OpinionIsrael-Hamas war: No matter who loses, Iran winsSince war was declared in Israel, hundreds have died and thousands have been injured.08 Oct 08:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Audacious Hamas attack is a pivotal moment for IsraelFinancial Times: Hamas’s deadly attack has unleashed Israel's worst nightmare.08 Oct 08:44 PM
WorldNobel Peace Prize winner 'unlawfully detained' in Iran, says UNThe UN condemns the 'excessive and lethal' force unleashed on Iranian protesters in 2022.07 Oct 05:17 AM
WorldTeen suffers 'mysterious' injury in Iran after failing to wear a headscarfActivists have alleged the girl may have been attacked for not wearing the hijab.05 Oct 11:29 PM
WorldIran and US in prisoner swap, frozen Iranian assets dealThe Americans’ freedom brought heat from Republican presidential rivals and opponents.18 Sep 08:00 PM
WorldUS moves to advance prisoner swap deal with IranSanction waivers clear the way for the release of $6b in Iranian funds.11 Sep 10:39 PM
WorldCanada announces public inquiry into whether China and Russia interfered in electionsA Trudeau appointee earlier rejected an inquiry into the leaked intelligence.07 Sep 11:14 PM
WorldUS oil tanker carrying sanctioned crude oil offloaded near TexasAmerican-owned oil tanker carrying Iranian crude oil offloaded its cargo near Texas.20 Aug 09:03 PM
WorldMorality Police back to enforce hijab in IranIranian police have announced a new campaign to force women to wear the Islamic headscarf.16 Jul 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: NZ’s drug problem and Iran's Revolutionary GuardOPINION: Trafficking through Iran can't be ignored, even by remote NZ, Forough Amin says.12 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes: Senior commanders and families killed in attacksThree senior commanders and members of their families were killed in the attacks.09 May 03:23 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIranian insider and British spy: How a double life ended on the gallowsNew York Times: Iran executed a former official who provided Britain with information.04 May 05:00 AM
WorldIran bans film stars who backed protests from leaving countryDozens of famous Iranians have been penalised for supporting the women’s rights protests.22 Apr 12:01 AM
WorldSaudi Arabia and Iran to re-open embassies, ease travelThe agreement represents a new step toward reconciliation after seven years of tension.06 Apr 07:49 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeOpec+ nations make surprise output cuts of more than 1 million barrels a dayFinancial Times: Initiative to boost prices shows Saudi Arabia’s determination.02 Apr 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Caution warranted over ‘poisoned’ Iranian schoolgirlsOPINION: 'It’s called the nocebo effect. You can literally think yourself unwell.'22 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Iranian schoolgirls need support, not gaslightingOPINION: Poison attacks in Iran have been confirmed in the Islamic Republic.16 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldSaudi Arabia asks US for nuclear help, stoking fears of Iran arms raceSaudi Arabia hopes to add nuclear to its energy mix, but the US is hesitant.10 Mar 12:34 AM
