WorldIsraeli airstrike kills 22 in Gaza’s Rafah as displaced people are hitThe Israeli army says it is unaware of anything occurring in the area.26 May 10:25 PM
World'Bring them home': New footage of hostages released to IsraelThe footage shows Hamas capturing five women on October 7.22 May 11:24 PM
New ZealandEx-Shortland Street actor takes hunger strike to ParliamentWill Alexander is now in his fifth day of the zero-calorie hunger strike.22 May 04:01 AM
WorldFrance backs application for Netanyahu arrest warrant for crimes against humanityBelgium and Slovenia also backed the move.21 May 10:47 PM
WorldUN halts all food distribution in RafahNo aid has entered via a pier set up by the US for sea deliveries for the past two days.21 May 08:23 PM
WorldIranian president's death could reverberate across the Middle EastIsrael has long viewed Iran as its greatest threat.20 May 09:35 AM
WorldAid trucks rolling at US pier in Gaza but delivery challenges far from solvedTrucks carrying aid for the Gaza Strip have rolled across a newly built US pier.18 May 03:22 AM
WorldNetanyahu fends off criticism for lack of plan for GazaIsrael's PM has faced increasing pressure from critics at home and allies abroad.15 May 09:26 PM
EntertainmentBlockout 2024: Why fans are turning on their favourite celebritiesCelebrities like Kim Kardashian are being targeted in a new online movement.15 May 05:00 PM
WorldBiden administration to send $1b more in weapons, ammo to IsraelThere was no immediate indication when the arms would be sent.15 May 03:53 AM
WorldPalestinians mark 76 years of dispossession from their homelandPalestinians will mark the 76th year of their mass expulsion from Israel this week.15 May 12:12 AM
World'A horrible loss of life': Blinken slams Israel's handling of the warAntony Blinken says Israeli tactics are driving an insurgency - and are failing.13 May 12:54 AM
WorldIsrael moves deeper into Rafah, fights regrouping Hamas militantsIsraeli forces battling Palestinian militants across Gaza, including in 'cleared' areas.12 May 10:23 PM
WorldIsrael orders new evacuations in Gaza’s last refugeIsrael plans to expand operations in Gaza's last refuge.11 May 08:59 PM
WorldWhy has the US paused delivery of bombs to Israel?The bombs are on hold as the US says Israel has not taken civilian impacts into account.08 May 10:48 PM
WorldWhat happens to Rafah now Israel has rolled tanks in?The Israeli incursion appeared to fall short of a full-fledged offensive into Rafah.07 May 08:49 PM
WorldIsrael seizes Gaza’s vital Rafah crossing with 'limited' invasionThe UN has warned of a potential collapse of the flow of aid to Palestinians.07 May 08:04 PM
WorldIsrael strikes Rafah after Hamas accepts a Gaza ceasefire proposalPalestinians had hoped that a planned Israeli attack had been averted.06 May 08:55 PM
WorldPalestinians ordered to evacuate Rafah signalling Israeli ground invasionIsrael described Rafah as the last significant Hamas stronghold after seven months of war.06 May 06:54 AM
WorldCeasefire talks over, Israel vows military operation in ‘very near future’Israel closed its crossing point for delivering humanitarian aid for Gaza after attack.05 May 08:23 PM
WorldThere’s progress in truce talks, but Israel downplays chances of ending warA top UN official says there is full-blown famine in northern Gaza.04 May 09:18 PM
WorldWhat is on the table for Gaza ceasefire talks?Israel and Hamas appear to be seriously negotiating an end to the war in Gaza.02 May 11:36 PM
New ZealandAuckland uni says tents of pro-Palestine protesters will be removed tonightUoA says it 'fully supports' right to peaceful protest. Protesters told to be respectful.01 May 05:03 AM
World'Time to act is now': Israel plans to invade Rafah, deal or no dealNetanyahu still plans to launch an incursion into the southern Gaza city.30 Apr 09:21 PM
WorldWhat is the International Criminal Court?Israeli officials sound increasingly concerned that the ICC could issue arrest warrants.29 Apr 10:42 PM
World'It's a tragedy': Hamas is reviewing new ceasefire proposal as strikes resumeHamas says it is reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.27 Apr 08:41 PM
WorldUN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitalsThe UN's human rights chief said he was 'horrified' by the discovery of mass graves.24 Apr 12:05 AM
Super RugbyAussie radio host calls for SBW to be sacked, says he's 'embarrassed' to work with himThe former All Black often makes his feelings known on social media.23 Apr 01:08 AM
WorldHundreds of bodies discovered in Gaza mass gravesThe discovery in Khan Younis has prompted calls for a war crimes investigation.22 Apr 09:48 PM
WorldIsraeli leaders criticise expected US sanctions against military unit that could further strain tiesNetzah Yehuda has been linked to abuses against Palestinians.21 Apr 08:59 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
New Zealand'We have a responsibility': Petition for Gaza ceasefire'A whole lot of quiet voices speaking at once makes a noise.'19 Apr 04:19 AM
