WorldTrump stirs tensions with surprise order to test nuclear weaponsThe last US nuclear detonation was a 20-kiloton blast in Nevada in 1992.30 Oct 06:18 PM
WorldInside Trump’s Golden Dome: High-stakes debate over missile-defence shieldIt would radically reshape military doctrine and further militarise space at huge cost.30 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldTrump orders US resumption of nuclear weapons testing 'immediately'The announcement came minutes before Donald Trump's summit with Xi Jinping.30 Oct 02:03 AM
WorldPentagon in row with Netflix over portrayal of ‘ineffective’ nuclear defence system29 Oct 10:03 PM
Politics'We follow through': Luxon says sending plane to wargames shows NZ 'not just spouting off'27 Oct 04:12 AM
PremiumEntertainmentGaylene Preston doco on artist Robin White explores the horror of nuclear war12 Sep 05:19 PM
EntertainmentKathryn Bigelow's new film calls for nuclear disarmament'A House of Dynamite' premiered at the Venice Film Festival to rave reviews.02 Sep 09:27 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith Russia’s help, North Korea expands its weapons capabilityKim Jong Un will attend a military parade in China, as his partnership with Russia grows.29 Aug 02:18 AM
WorldTrump's cryptic remarks shake South Korea visitThe US President says he wants to meet North Korea's Kim Jong-un again.25 Aug 07:51 PM
WorldHead of DIA removed after assessment contradicts Trump claimsTrump's administration dismisses multiple top officers, raising concerns.22 Aug 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldEven Hiroshima’s pacifist cause is losing believers New York Times: Some Japanese think that peace for peace’s sake is no longer enough.07 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldJapan's pacifism at crossroads as military expansion debate growsNew York Times: Many older Japanese are concerned about a waning commitment to pacifism.06 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldHiroshima marks 80 years as US-Russia nuclear tensions riseThe 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing is being marked with a solemn ceremony.05 Aug 11:07 PM
WorldKremlin warns against ‘nuclear rhetoric’ after Trump sub movesPeskov distances Putin from Medvedev's comments on nuclear threats.04 Aug 09:11 PM
AnalysisTrump calls nuclear bluff of Russia’s hawk-in-chiefTelegraph: The real target of the submarine manoeuvre is almost certainly Putin.03 Aug 06:00 PM
World'Highly provocative': Trump moves two nuclear submarines closer to RussiaPresident deploys submarines after Russia's critical remarks on sanctions.01 Aug 07:50 PM
Crime‘I had poison in my blood': Three generations of cancer after French nuclear testsRainbow Warrior podcast visits Tahiti for horrific back story to 1985 Auckland bombing.23 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldIran confirms fresh nuclear talks with European powersThe countries warned sanctions could be reimposed on Iran if it does return to talks. 21 Jul 03:46 AM
WorldUK, France to enable 'co-ordinated' nuclear deterrentPresident Emmanuel Macron is on a three-day state visit to the UK.09 Jul 10:23 PM
CrimeThe day France attacked NZ: Spies, lies and bombing an anti-nuclear boat in AucklandNew podcast Rainbow Warrior: A Forgotten History reveals political moves behind bombing.09 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIran suspends co-operation with UN nuclear watchdogNew York Times: It may be a tactic to gain leverage in new negotiations with the US.02 Jul 09:19 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
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
WorldUS defends Iran strikes, claims nuclear sites destroyedDefence Secretary Pete Hegseth insists the US decimated Iran’s nuclear capabilities.26 Jun 07:40 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
WorldWith Iran coverage, Fox hosts gave Trump advice, support and a platformTrump was praised as deserving 'six Nobel Peace Prizes' and a spot on Mount Rushmore.26 Jun 01:29 AM
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
