WorldMacron, Putin hold talks for first time in years, discuss Ukraine ceasefireMacron and Putin agreed to coordinate efforts on Iran's nuclear issue.01 Jul 09:27 PM
WorldTrump dismantles decades-long Syria sanctions programmeIt will enable investments to flow into Syria from countries in the region and the US.30 Jun 09:21 PM
WorldTrump administration: Harvard violated civil rights law on anti-SemitismHarvard is accused of not protecting Jewish students from discrimination.30 Jun 07:32 PM
World'A single phone call': US says intel from Iran insignificantIranian officials were heard saying the US strikes were less devastating than expected.29 Jun 10:54 PM
WorldIran doubts Israel's commitment to ceasefire after 12-day conflictIran demanded UN blame Israel and the US for starting the war.29 Jun 06:54 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldExploring a new Syria: It's a fragile new era for a deeply scarred countryNew York Times: Sporadic violence persists, hobbling the nation’s efforts to move forward.29 Jun 06:00 PM
World'Death to America': Iran holds state funeral for 60 scientists and commanders killed by strikesThousands of mourners chanted 'Death to America' during the funeral.29 Jun 01:32 AM
WorldBBC under fire for airing anti-IDF chants at GlastonburyPolice are reviewing footage of Bob Vylan's Glastonbury comments.29 Jun 01:18 AM
WorldNew regional push for a deal to end Gaza warArab governments emphasised that the Israel, Palestinian conflict must be resolved.26 Jun 11:14 PM
WorldTrump ‘to demand that Iran hands over enriched uranium’Other demands involve ban on further enrichment, cap on missile production, report says.26 Jun 09:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew Hooton: Why Trump deserves the Nobel Peace PrizeOPINION: Hate him for everything else, but there’s no doubt he's made the world safer.26 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldHercules aircraft arrives in Middle East to assist Kiwis seeking to leave Iran, IsraelCIA Director says there is a 'body of credible intelligence' the strikes did do damage.25 Jun 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEric Crampton: How prediction markets gauge Iran's nuclear futureOPINION: Did the airstrikes reduce the chances of Iran having a nuclear weapon in 2025?25 Jun 09:44 PM
WorldTrump teases Iran nuclear talks after US strikesIsrael and Iran agreed to a ceasefire after 12 days of intense conflict.25 Jun 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisHow Netanyahu’s move against Iran gives him room to manoeuvre on GazaAnalysis: He successfully persuaded the US to strike Iran's nuclear sites.25 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisBombing of Iran may teach unwelcome lessons on nuclear weaponsNYT analysis: One conclusion might be a bomb is the only protection in a dangerous world.25 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldEmbassy staff helping Kiwis flee on the Iran border amid fragile Israel ceasefireUS President Donald Trump had angrily berated both sides for violating the ceasefire.25 Jun 12:59 AM
WorldNetanyahu declares 'historic victory' after ceasefire with IranIran agrees to negotiations but insists on its right to atomic energy.24 Jun 09:58 PM
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WorldIran willing to return to talks as ceasefire with Israel takes holdIran is ready to resume nuclear talks with the US amid a fragile ceasefire.24 Jun 08:09 PM
WorldIran-Israel ceasefire met with scepticism as life resumes in TehranThe capital city is quieter as residents cautiously welcome the ceasefire.24 Jun 07:16 PM
WorldIsraeli strike on Tehran prison raises alarm over inmate welfareAn Israeli strike hit Evin prison, intensifying concerns for inmate welfare.24 Jun 06:52 PM
Football FernsHow Middle East conflict disrupted Kiwi dad’s journey to Fern's new German football club Peter Hahn expects to wait over five hours in Doha airport's kilometre-long queue.24 Jun 05:45 PM
WorldIsrael vows to strike 'heart of Tehran' as Iran denies firing missileIt comes after the US recently struck nuclear sites in Iran.24 Jun 08:01 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Pilots are very concerned’: The invisible threat that risks devastating air travelTelegraph: Warfare tech is increasingly drowning out the GPS data passenger jets need. 24 Jun 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBack from bankruptcy: Virgin Australia soars on ASX debut, up 7.6%Virgin Australia lists on ASX after five years away from the sharemarket.24 Jun 02:26 AM
LivePoliticsWatch: Winston Peters welcomes ‘positive signals’ of potential US-Iran ceasefireIt comes as the Finance Minister is watching how fuel prices here could be impacted.24 Jun 01:11 AM
WorldTrump announces ‘complete and total ceasefire’ between Israel, IranThe two sides have agreed to a phased ceasefire according to the US President.24 Jun 01:00 AM
WorldIran-Israel conflict: What to know about disruption to air travel Qatar has reopened its airspace after Iran fired missiles at a US air base there.23 Jun 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘You have 12 hours to escape:’ Israeli warning call to top Iranian generalThe goal was to make it harder for the regime to fill positions of those Israel killed.23 Jun 09:18 PM
AnalysisIran’s attack on Qatar is life-or-death brinkmanship by KhameneiAnalysis: The signs are that this was probably not an all-out attack by Iran.23 Jun 08:45 PM
New ZealandNZ urged to push for UN reform amid Iran-Israel tensionsTrump has warned Iran of greater future attacks if they don't make peace.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Read our travel advice': MFAT urges travellers to regularly check news for updatesIsrael briefly closed its airspace following US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.23 Jun 06:42 AM
PoliticsUS attacks Iran: NZ not ‘sitting on the fence’ but won’t rush to judge US ‘self-defence’ attacks - Acting PMLabour and the Greens want the Govt to declare the attacks a breach of international law.23 Jun 03:22 AM