WorldWitkoff ‘coached Russians on how to pitch peace plan to Trump’US envoy also suggested the creation of a 20-point peace plan for Ukraine.26 Nov 07:29 AM
WorldUS- and Israeli-backed Gaza aid group ends mission after UN criticismUN experts alleged the aid effort served covert military agendas.24 Nov 07:11 PM
WorldIsraelis are moving abroad in record numbers due to fear and discontentThe brain-drain is raising concerns in Israel over economic and social consequences.23 Nov 08:46 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy the ‘America first’ president keeps looking abroadNew York Times: Trump’s foreign policy is about extracting commitments to invest in the US20 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisOnce a pariah, Saudi Crown Prince resets US relations on his own termsNYT analysis: It is perhaps the most astounding geopolitical restoration of modern times.19 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionGeoffrey Miller: As Saudi Crown Prince visits Washington, what’s NZ’s strategy for the Gulf?OPINION: New Zealand’s relations with the Gulf have waxed and waned over the years.18 Nov 08:00 PM
WorldOne dead, three hurt in West Bank car-ramming and stabbingIsraeli forces killed two 18-year-old attackers from the Hebron area.18 Nov 05:03 PM
WorldWhy Mohammed bin Salman won’t give Trump what he wantsSaudi Crown Prince's visit is unlikely to deliver foreign policy breakthroughs.18 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldEpstein files expose his links with Europe’s far-rightHe had interests in and connection to right-wing political movements around the globe.18 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldUN Security Council approves Trump's 20-point Gaza peace planIsrael, Hamas, Russia, and others had objections to the details of the plan.17 Nov 10:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTucker Carlson throwing curveballs into the conservative fieldNew York Times: How the right-wing commentator has further fractured the right.17 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldUN Security Council set to vote on international force for GazaUnlike previous drafts, the latest version mentions a possible future Palestinian state.17 Nov 03:00 AM
WorldTehran University closes design week venueThe university said closures were aimed at ensuring safety after surging crowds.16 Nov 06:39 PM
WorldIsraeli settler attacks in West Bank threaten vital olive harvestThe violence is making it harder to carry out the economically crucial picking work.16 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessStocks slide despite end of US Govt shutdownInvestors had sought a boost after lawmakers voted to end the 43-day stoppage.13 Nov 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA Syrian village and the long road to the White HouseNew York Times: Barisha was where Isis founder Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was killed in US raid.11 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldHannibal Gaddafi freed on bail after nearly 10 years in Lebanese prisonHis bail was reduced from US$11m to US$900,000 after a court appeal last week.10 Nov 09:58 PM
TravelHow to spend three days in Cairo before a Nile river cruiseFrom pyramids to rooftop bars, your guide to the best sights amidst Cairo's chaos.10 Nov 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldLeft in limbo: The dangerous stalemate over Iran’s nuclear programmeNY Times: There’s no negotiations or independent oversight of it. Analysts warn of war.10 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldRemains of Israeli officer returned after 11 yearsIf confirmed, he becomes the 24th hostage repatriated under the Gaza truce.09 Nov 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs Saudi Arabia cracks down on drugs, executions near a record highNew York Times: The Saudi Government has disclosed at least 320 executions this year.09 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldInside: US stepping up presence in Gaza to support ceasefireUS move relegates Israel to a secondary role on what humanitarian aid enters Gaza.09 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldHamas gives first indication of ceding arms in Gaza ceasefireIt's a sign the group is prepared to make further concessions towards the peace plan.05 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS seeks two-year UN mandate for Gaza stabilisation forceNew York Times: Deployment of international troops could reinforce the fragile ceasefire.04 Nov 09:46 PM
WorldClassified US report finds backlog of hundreds of possible Israeli human rights violationsIt complicates process to review credible allegations against IDF military units in Gaza.02 Nov 05:00 PM
Politics'We're not sending a junior': Govt deploys NZDF officer to Israel amid Gaza conflict after US requestThe deployment will initially be for six weeks, according to the Defence Minister.29 Oct 03:51 AM
WorldTwo killed as gunmen open fire on coach in Syria’s Sweida provinceThe attack hit a coach carrying Druze passengers returning from Damascus.28 Oct 11:58 PM
WorldIsrael launches strikes on Gaza after Netanyahu orders 'powerful' attacksIn response, Hamas said it would delay handing over the remains of another hostage.28 Oct 06:18 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisA new phase in the US-Israel relationship is being cementedNew York Times analysis: Trump's dominance impacts Palestinian territories going forward.27 Oct 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy Israel objects to a role for Turkey in GazaNY Times: Turkey is a political supporter of Hamas and pressed it to agree to the truce.27 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs Vance takes on a forceful new role, his positions are shiftingNew York Times: VP's present role is a shift from the past and could become problematic.27 Oct 05:00 PM
World'We want to bring life back' - in Gaza's ruins, a grandmother keeps family and hope aliveMetal sheets mark the small patch of sand the family now calls home.26 Oct 08:14 PM
WorldIsrael vows to keep control of Gaza security under US-brokered ceasefireBenjamin Netanyahu says Israel alone will decide who joins Gaza truce patrols.26 Oct 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA tale of two Egyptian beaches and their different culturesNew York Times: One attracts a far wealthier, liberal cliental than the other.26 Oct 04:00 PM
