New Zealand'No one can afford them': Kiwi couple spend $60k fleeing Dubai amid Middle East conflictFlights out of Dubai were cancelled, forcing an eight-hour drive to Oman.06 Mar 12:08 AM
WorldOn Israel-Lebanon border, 'everyone is tense' as fighting with Hezbollah flaresDespite nightly sheltering, many say they will not evacuate their hometown again.05 Mar 11:43 PM
New Zealand'It’s the people who suffer': Rotorua Iranian fears for loved onesRotorua-based Arash Alaeinia fled Iran as a refugee in the 1970s.05 Mar 11:38 PM
WorldIran’s regime maintains its grip, despite devastating lossesMore than 2000 targets in Iran have been hit in four days of strikes.05 Mar 11:35 PM
WorldGulf frustrated at being the centre of war that’s not theirsIranian strikes have hit Gulf hotels, oil hubs and key US bases.05 Mar 11:24 PM
WorldUS House votes down bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powersThe House rejected the war powers measure by 219 votes to 212.05 Mar 11:03 PM
WorldUS House votes down bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powersThe US House of Representatives on Thursday rejected an effort to curb Donald Trump's authority to wage war against Iran. Video / AFPWatch05 Mar 10:22 PM
AirlinesIran war: Emirates gives update on Dubai flights to Auckland, ChristchurchBig airline on a reduced flight schedule but carrying some passengers and cargo.05 Mar 09:15 PM
WorldBritish destroyer's Cyprus mission delayed by welding workCyprus and Middle Eastern allies say Britain's slow response left them exposed.05 Mar 09:11 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIran’s drones cost a fraction of the US weapons shooting them downNew York Times: Iran has already launched more than 2000 one-way drones in this conflict.05 Mar 08:28 PM
New ZealandWealthy Kiwis with private jets offer to help NZers flee as Iran conflict spreadsWinston Peters confirmed 'patriotic' Kiwis had been in touch to organise charter flights.05 Mar 08:22 PM
WorldDelivery drivers dodge debris to keep Gulf fed under Iranian attacksIran’s missile and drone barrages have struck airports, homes and bases.05 Mar 06:37 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYJudith Collins speaks about Iran, extremism and political pollsJudith Collins joins Ryan Bridge to talk about Iran, extremism and political polls. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch05 Mar 06:23 PM
WorldTrump demands role in choosing Iran's next leaderTrump compares Iran to Venezuela, citing his leverage over Delcy Rodriguez.05 Mar 06:03 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, March 6, 2026Morning Headlines | Middle East fears won't cut it for insurance cover and Government eyes easing medicinal cannabis export rules| Friday, March 6, 2026Watch05 Mar 05:44 PM
WorldIran warns people who defy internet blackoutPeople using VPNs to get online are receiving warnings of court action.05 Mar 05:36 PM
WorldUK to send more fighter jets to Gulf as defence minister visits CyprusFour additional RAF Typhoon jets will reinforce existing UK forces in Qatar.05 Mar 05:16 PM
OpinionRobert Patman: The US‑Israel attack on Iran paints NZ foreign policy into a cornerNew Zealand stopped short of calling the US-Israeli strikes on Iran illegal.05 Mar 05:00 PM
WorldIsrael tells Beirut suburb to evacuate as Mideast war spiralsIran says US-Israeli strikes have killed 1230 people and crippled the internet.05 Mar 04:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon's leadership now a problem for the whole countryLuxon's Iran remarks left him unable to explain New Zealand's official stance.05 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandMiddle East conflict wrap: 5 March 2026Conflict between the US, Israel and Iran doesn't look to be slowing down any time soon.Watch05 Mar 08:22 AM
WorldIran claims attack on US oil tanker in the Persian GulfIran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard said they struck the tanker.05 Mar 08:00 AM
New Zealand'This is not normal': Family in missile-hit Kuwait hopes planes bring them homeTwo New Zealand Defence Force C-130J aircraft are being sent to the Middle East.05 Mar 04:33 AM
Travel'You'll have to pay more': What NZ travellers can expect as Middle East crisis deepens'We're not immune to what's going on elsewhere,' says aviation expert Irene King.05 Mar 04:28 AM
New ZealandWhat NZ global supply chains are being disrupted by US-Iran conflict?Explainer: Up to 80 oil and gas tankers a day normally pass through the Hormuz Strait.05 Mar 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsrael and US trumpet their collaboration in war against IranNY Times: Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said it compared favourably to other US allies.05 Mar 04:09 AM
Formula 1‘We trust in F1’: Drivers wait anxiously over Middle East conflictRaces in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia are in doubt as fighting continues. 05 Mar 04:02 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIran’s secret outreach highlights Trump’s challengeNew York Times: Iran made offer to discuss terms for ceasefire through spy channels.05 Mar 01:36 AM
WorldIran war: The US plan to topple the regime – and how Tehran is fighting backUS wants Kurdish militias to put boots on ground as the regime girds itself in response.05 Mar 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters can't resist crack at PM over Iran fumbleOPINION: 'Why didn't you call [me], then no one will have misspoken?'04 Mar 11:33 PM
WorldSenate rejects resolution to force Trump to end Iran strikesCongress has voted on seven other war powers resolutions since June, all of which failed.04 Mar 11:07 PM
New ZealandKiwi's narrow escape from Dubai before Iran missile hit his hotelAirspace across much of the Middle East has since been closed or restricted.04 Mar 10:26 PM
WorldThe four men who could save – or destroy – IranTehran’s new leaders will have to decide whether they want a deal or a fight to the death.04 Mar 10:05 PM
WorldIran war: Apparent AI use in fighting raises daunting questions, expert saysThe US and Israel have launched thousands of strikes across Iran in days.04 Mar 09:34 PM
