WorldHamas chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in IranNo one immediately claimed responsibility but suspicion immediately fell on Israel.31 Jul 03:45 AM
WorldSuspected Hezbollah strike on Israel kills 12 at football pitch, deadliest strike since October 7 attackIt's the deadliest strike in Israeli-occupied territory since the start of the Gaza war.28 Jul 12:20 AM
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
Travel newsTragedy as mechanic sucked into Boeing engine and killedThe man died after returning to the engine to retrieve a tool.09 Jul 11:01 PM
WorldFormer heart surgeon becomes Iran's presidentThe moderate president has pledged to open his country to the world but questions remain.07 Jul 12:11 AM
WorldIran's snap election closes after president's deathVoters faced a choice between hard-line candidates and a little-known heart surgeon.28 Jun 11:59 PM
WorldHow Hezbollah became a formidable force in the regionIsrael estimates the Iran-backed group has an arsenal of 150,000 rockets and missiles.24 Jun 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow Iran is using European mafia to kill its political opponentsTimes: How a longtime supporter of the Iranian opposition survived being shot in the head.24 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Netanyahu is a disaster for Israel and for Jews everywhereFinancial Times: He has one plan: endless war so he can stay in office and out of jail.07 Jun 12:42 AM
WorldIran further increases stockpile of enriched uraniumIran now has 142.1kg of enriched uranium.27 May 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The death of Iran’s president could change the worldNew York Times opinion: Could this be the year Iran races to build a nuclear bomb?23 May 10:06 PM
WorldMourners begin days of funerals for Iran’s president and others killed in helicopter crashA heavy security presence has been seen on the streets of Tehran since the crash.22 May 03:19 AM
WorldIran blames Western sanctions for crash of president's chopperThe helicopter that crashed was over 40 years old.20 May 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAggression or caution: The choice facing Iran’s next leadersNew York Times: Will President Ebrahim Raisi's successor be cast in the same mould?20 May 09:45 PM
New ZealandAuckland crime, Gulf Harbour fire and Iran mourns president | Focus Monrng Bulletin May 21, 2024Auckland businesses boost security, abandoned Country Club goes up in flames and Iran enters five days of mourning in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / AP / NZHeraldWatch20 May 07:35 PM
WorldIranian president's death could reverberate across the Middle EastIsrael has long viewed Iran as its greatest threat.20 May 09:35 AM
WorldIran’s president found dead at helicopter crash site in foggy, mountainous regionDrone footage showed a fire in the wilderness that was 'suspected to be the wreckage'.20 May 05:51 AM
WorldIran President Ebrahim Raisi 1960-2024: Hard-line protege of AyatollahRaisi is survived by his wife and two daughters.20 May 05:43 AM
WorldWhat do we know so far about Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter crash?Iran President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter crashed near the Dizmar forest yesterday.19 May 09:23 PM
WorldHeavy rain, wind hamper search for Iranian president after helicopter crashPublic urged to pray as massive rescue operation launched in fog-shrouded forest.19 May 08:47 PM
New ZealandIran helicopter crash, inquest resumes and Kiwis stranded | Focus Morning Bulletin May 20 2024Inquest 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 / NZHeraldWatch19 May 07:37 PM
New ZealandNZ announces more sanctions against Russian-supporting entities in Ukraine warMore than 1700 people have been sanctioned since the illegal invasion of Ukraine began.15 May 11:13 PM
WorldOpinion: We are closer to nuclear disaster today than at any point in the Cold WarOPINION: There is more danger today than when the developed world was carved up.20 Apr 09:04 PM
WorldIsrael and Iran play down apparent Israeli strikeAre the two bitter enemies ready to prevent their latest eruption escalating into war?19 Apr 08:17 PM
WorldKiwis 'strongly advised' to leave Israel as it launches missile counter-attack on IranKiwis in Israel are 'strongly advised' to leave, says MFAT.19 Apr 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldMiscalculation leads to escalation as Israel and Iran clashNew York Times: Israeli officials didn't see strike on Iranian target as a provocation.18 Apr 02:20 AM
WorldNZ 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.'16 Apr 05:00 PM
World'Whatever is required': Israel set to respond to Iran’s weekend missile attackBenjamin Netanyahu: 'Israel will do whatever is required to defend itself'.16 Apr 04:12 AM
WorldFocus: Iran-Israel relations go from bad to worseIsrael and Iran have been on a collision course throughout Israel’s six-month war against Hamas. Video / NZ Herald / APWatch16 Apr 01:08 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
World'Take the win': Biden pushes Israel to show restraint after drone attackThe United States has highlighted its role in helping Israel thwart Iran's aerial attack.14 Apr 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financePressure mounts on US lawmakers to approve new aid for IsraelFinancial Times: Call for vote on stalled funding package as Iran’s attack adds urgency.14 Apr 09:15 PM
WorldIsrael hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s attackOfficials said Israel and allies have intercepted 99 per cent of 300+ drones and missiles.14 Apr 09:13 AM
WorldUS shoots down Iran attack drones, Biden vows support for Israel defenceSeveral countries, including New Zealand, condemn the attack.13 Apr 11:22 PM
