World'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria commentsTurkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.18 Dec 10:53 PM
World'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflictUN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.17 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Kiwis' safety and security have gone backwardsOPINION: 'My insecurity stems from events both overseas and domestically.'17 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes in Gaza 'kill 22', including Al Jazeera journalistUN warns of famine as Gaza's health system collapses amid ongoing Israeli bombardment.15 Dec 09:39 PM
WorldAssad's prisoner No 3006 tells his storyAn ex-prisoner recalls torture and execution threats in Syrian jail.15 Dec 07:52 PM
WorldHow Syria's rebel victory is reshaping the nation's futureMohammed al-Jolani vows to punish torturers, as HTS seeks to stabilise the new Syria.11 Dec 09:50 PM
World'Every day more hope is lost': Families search notorious prisonLiberated prisoners found alive in Sednaya; families cling to hope amid chaos.11 Dec 07:37 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes on Gaza kill 25, including women and childrenIsraeli strikes kill 25 in Gaza, including women and children, amid ongoing military ops.10 Dec 11:47 PM
WorldWhy Netanyahu's corruption trial marks a historic momentBenjamin Netanyahu has been accused of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust.10 Dec 07:50 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes hit Syrian ships as Assad ousted from powerIsrael strikes Syrian navy, damaging ships and research centre after Assad's ousting.10 Dec 07:42 PM
WorldMassacre of journalists: 138 killed in Gaza since October 7, 2023104 journalists killed in 2024, with over half in Gaza, says International Federation of Journalists.10 Dec 01:16 AM
AnalysisAnalysis: Assad's fall - a new chapter begins in Syria's turbulent historyANALYSIS: As Assad flees to Moscow; Turkey calls for an inclusive power transition.08 Dec 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAmnesty International accuses Israel of genocide in GazaNew York Times: Israel has rejected the charge saying it was "based on lies". 06 Dec 12:03 AM
WorldSyrian airstrike kills journalist amid fierce battle for HamaRebels advance on Hama as airstrikes kill journalist; Assad raises military salaries.05 Dec 02:26 AM
WorldRebels in control of Aleppo as Iran pledges support for Syrian regime, militaryIran's Araghchi meets Assad, pledging support amid rebels' seizure of Aleppo.01 Dec 09:39 PM
WorldWhite House seeks Gaza ceasefire but admits 'we're not there yet'Israel, US discuss ceasefire; hope grows for Hamas hostage release amid ongoing conflict.01 Dec 09:09 PM
WorldLightning assault on major Syria city: 'Not a single shot was fired''There has been no fighting, not a single shot was fired, as regime forces withdrew.'30 Nov 01:55 AM
WorldIsrael strikes Hezbollah site amid fragile Lebanon ceasefireLebanon says at least 3961 people have been killed, mostly in recent weeks.28 Nov 09:34 PM
World'Lebanon doesn't deserve this': Despair as residents return home to destructionIsraeli strikes devastate Tyre, destroying homes and infrastructure; 30,000 have no water.28 Nov 08:34 PM
WorldHezbollah claims victory as tens of thousands return to ruined townsHezbollah claims 'victory' despite losses; Lebanese army reinforces south under ceasefire.27 Nov 09:43 PM
World'Brink of collapse': EU urges immediate ceasefire in LebanonEU says UN peacekeepers and Lebanese troops should be the only armed forces in the area.24 Nov 10:16 PM
WorldFears for Gaza hospitals as fuel, aid run lowGaza health ministry says hospitals have two days' fuel left before restricting services.22 Nov 11:16 PM
WorldUS vetoes Gaza ceasefire call at UNUS says there 'has to be a linkage between a ceasefire and the release of hostages'.20 Nov 05:54 PM
New ZealandGovernment designates Hezbollah as terrorist entityThe Govt has also slapped a similar designation on the Houthi movement.20 Nov 04:37 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldCoffee, juice, shawarma: Tiny traces of normal life in a ruined GazaNew York Times: A few pockets of ordinary life bloom in defiance of war.19 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA tale of two journeys: Divided roads highlight West Bank inequalityNY Times: Separate roads for Israelis and Palestinians highlight West Bank inequality.15 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAttack, withdraw, return: Israel’s bloody cycle of war in North GazaNew York Times: Hospitals struggle as Israel forces intensify strikes in the area.13 Nov 01:41 AM
WorldIsrael intensifies airstrikes on Hezbollah in southern BeirutIsrael has pounded Beirut in another barrage of strikes.12 Nov 08:19 PM
WorldIsrael opens new aid route as US deadline looms, but crisis worsensKissufim crossing for aid to Gaza is opened, but agencies say it's insufficient.12 Nov 08:05 PM
World'Trapped': Israeli strikes, tanks terrify GazaIn central Gaza, Israeli forces have sent in tanks, sparking panic.11 Nov 11:04 PM
WorldHezbollah vows revenge after Israel confirms ordering pager attacksBenjamin Netanyahu admits approving the deadly attack on communications devices.10 Nov 07:13 PM
WorldDozens killed after Israeli strike in Gaza, medics sayResidents said the building that was hit at dawn on Sunday had housed at least 30 people.10 Nov 09:57 AM
WorldBuried for 14 hours after Israeli strike, Lebanese toddler makes recovery'Ali is the sole survivor of his family,' said Hussein Khalifeh, his father's uncle.09 Nov 03:20 AM
