WorldIsrael strikes kill mayor, devastate southern LebanonIsrael has carried out dozens of strikes on Hezbollah, one of which killed the mayor.16 Oct 08:27 PM
World‘Tragedy in Jabalia’: Gaza man loses more than 10 family members in latest airstrikesGaza's civil defence agency said at least 69 people have been killed in latest strikes.15 Oct 07:18 PM
WorldUS troops in Israel: New THAAD system amid Iran tensionsThe Gaza conflict has since broadened into an invasion of southern Lebanon.15 Oct 12:07 AM
WorldThe Iron Dome’s drone flaw – and how to fix itIt appears the air defence system is not designed to deal with drones.14 Oct 08:42 PM
WorldIsrael retaliates with airstrikes in Lebanon, killing at least 21'We will continue to mercilessly strike Hezbollah in all parts of Lebanon.'14 Oct 07:35 PM
WorldJoe Biden sends missile system and 100 US troops to IsraelThe mission marks the first significant deployment of US troops since the war began.13 Oct 10:49 PM
WorldIsrael orders evacuation of southern Lebanese towns amid escalating conflictIsraeli campaign has forced about 1.2 million people from their homes in Lebanon.13 Oct 01:12 AM
WorldTwo UN peacekeepers injured as Israeli strikes escalate in south LebanonOvernight, 22 people were killed and 139 wounded in a strike in Beirut, Lebanon's capital.11 Oct 08:51 PM
WorldUN peacekeepers injured as Israeli troops fire near headquartersUS warns Israel: Protect UN peacekeepers; Iran vows retaliation with missile strikes.10 Oct 08:36 PM
New ZealandKiwi mother describes harrowing escape from war-torn LebanonThe Dunedin resident received help from the NZ embassy in Cairo.10 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldBiden urges Israel to minimise civilian harm amid Lebanon conflictIsrael has vowed to keep bombing Hezbollah targets.09 Oct 10:54 PM
WorldHezbollah's next leader likely killed in Israeli airstrikes, Netanyahu claimsIsraeli airstrikes have killed two successors to Hezbollah's slain leader.08 Oct 11:24 PM
WorldIsraeli PM threatens Lebanon with destruction 'like Gaza'Gaza civilians face dire conditions with many displaced still struggling for basic needs.08 Oct 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe war that won’t end: How October 7 sparked a year of conflictNY Times: As war spreads, the original conflict between Israel and Hamas has persisted.08 Oct 06:00 AM
WorldHezbollah fires rockets at Haifa as Israel ramps up Lebanon ground raidsHezbollah said it targeted areas north of Haifa with missiles later in the day.07 Oct 07:34 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFemale soldiers who predicted October 7 say they are still being silencedThey are the eyes of the military along Israel’s embattled borders.06 Oct 10:39 PM
World'Very violent': Huge explosions reported in BeirutFive Israeli strikes reportedly hit south Beirut and its outskirts.06 Oct 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldMiddle East at war: 12 key momentsFT: Recent events are pushing the region towards the most dangerous crisis in decades.03 Oct 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeOil surges after Joe Biden’s comments on Israeli retaliationFinancial Times: US officials expect a response measured enough to avoid escalation.03 Oct 07:26 PM
WorldIsrael strikes Beirut, orders evacuation of 70 towns in southern LebanonOver 1.2 million displaced in Lebanon as Israeli airstrikes continue to escalate.03 Oct 06:11 PM
New Zealand'This is home': Kiwis in Israel determined to stay despite MFAT warnings, threat of regional warIran shot nearly 200 projectiles at Israel early on Wednesday NZ time.03 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA wider war in the Middle East, from Hamas to Hezbollah and now IranNew York Times: The long-feared “wider war” in the Middle East is here.03 Oct 05:00 AM
WorldBiden works to limit conflict as Mideast edges closer to all-out warIsraeli officials have signalled they may not launch a huge attack on Iran.03 Oct 04:28 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeTop shale boss says US ‘unusually vulnerable’ to Middle East oil shockFinancial Times: Magnate blames Biden for decision to drain strategic oil reserve.03 Oct 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAfter missile attack, Israel may be ready to risk all-out war with IranNew York Times: Israel and Iran are on the brink of a direct conflict.02 Oct 09:25 PM
WorldEight Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon as conflict with Hezbollah escalates'We are at the height of a difficult war against Iran’s Axis of Evil' - Israeli PM02 Oct 05:30 PM
WorldState media report Iran fired 200 missiles at Israel, '90%... hit their targets'Sirens could be heard across Israel as people took shelter.02 Oct 06:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs crisis builds, Lebanon’s government is nowhere to be foundNYT: The country of 5.4m people already stuck in a dejected state of nonstop emergency.02 Oct 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsrael’s invasions of Lebanon: How the last three conflicts endedFinancial Times: The land offensive follows multiple invasions over the past 50 years.01 Oct 08:33 PM
WorldUS says it supports Israel as ground raids in Lebanon begin, 46 Kiwis affectedIsrael have begun a limited ground assault in Lebanon.01 Oct 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsraeli military begins first ground incursion into Lebanon in nearly two decadesNew York Times: Israel warns of a significant escalation in the conflict with Hezbollah.01 Oct 01:35 AM
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
WorldLebanese army retreats as Israel readies for possible ground incursionIsraeli airstrikes hit Beirut, killing at least 95, amid fears of a ground invasion.30 Sep 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy the world’s biggest powers can’t stop a Middle East warNew York Times: Major nations have essentially become onlookers to Mideast events.30 Sep 08:34 PM
