WorldFamine declared in Gaza, Fonterra farmers future unknown | NZ Herald News Update: August 23, 2025Famine is declared in Gaza by the United Nations. The FBI are raiding thte home and office of a former national security advisor to Donald Trump.Watch22 Aug 08:21 PM
WorldNord Stream explosion suspect arrested in ItalySerhii K is suspected of sabotaging the gas pipeline between Russia and Europe.21 Aug 08:00 PM
Markets with MadisonBehind Australia's $3.3b counter-drone company – and CEO's Christchurch connectionDroneShield is making millions selling drone guns and detection systems to militaries. 21 Aug 07:00 PM
WorldSecurity guarantees: Zelenskyy seeks support before talks with Russia'We need to understand which country will be ready to do what at each specific moment.'21 Aug 06:51 PM
WorldRussia says it must be a part of Ukraine security guarantees talksKremlin also tempers hopes for peace deal by downplaying chance of summit with Zelenskyy.20 Aug 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Keep at it': Why Putin thinks Russia has the upper handNY Times: Military resurgence is guiding Putin as he pushes for a peace deal on his terms.20 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldTrump says Ukraine peace deal may help him 'get to heaven'Trump's press secretary said 'the President was serious' about the comment.19 Aug 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump says he’s ended 6 (or 7) wars. Here’s some contextNew York Times: “I’m averaging about a war a month,” Trump said.19 Aug 09:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDon't go there: Former Defence Minister urges young fighters to avoid UkraineDozens of Kiwis have fought in Ukraine despite the risks and low pay, and some have died.19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisCan Zelenskyy trust Trump? Ukraine’s fate may depend on the answerNew York Times: Trump's shifting stance leaves Zelenskyy wary in Ukraine peace talks.19 Aug 02:25 AM
WorldPutin and Zelenskyy set for peace summit after Trump talksThe White House meeting comes days after Trump held a summit with Putin in Alaska.19 Aug 12:53 AM
WorldZelenskyy dons military jacket to meet Trump amid suit controversyTrump complimented Zelenskyy on his outfit during their Oval Office meeting.18 Aug 09:02 PM
PoliticsWhy didn't Prime Minister Christopher Luxon join call on Ukraine?He says he normally attends these talks with world leaders. Video / Mark MitchellWatch18 Aug 05:38 AM
WorldZelensky set to return to Oval Office after tense exchange with TrumpThe pair will have a one-on-one before they are joined by European leaders.18 Aug 03:25 AM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Morning News Update | $1 trillion debt looms and five unions take Government to courtNZ Herald Morning News Update | Gangs make prison violence harder and ‘Donald Trump played into Putin’s hands’.Watch17 Aug 07:29 PM
World'Serve humanity': Melania's peace plea to Putin revealedThe letter urged Putin to make peace for the sake of children.17 Aug 03:00 AM
World'De facto demands': Trump supports Putin's plan for Ukraine's DonbasThe US President is backing Russia's demand for Ukraine to cede Donetsk to end the war.17 Aug 12:56 AM
WorldTrump shifts stance, pushes for full peace accord post-Putin summitUkraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy is to hold talks with Donald Trump in Washington tomorrow.16 Aug 07:50 PM
WorldTrump seeks US-Russia-Ukraine summit after Putin meeting fails to secure ceasefireUkraine leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Donald Trump in Washington.16 Aug 10:55 AM
WorldTrump and Zelenskyy to meet after failed peace talks with PutinThe Ukrainian leader said they would discuss 'ending the killing and the war'.16 Aug 09:35 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump and Putin meet in Alaska, Darts in AucklandTrump and Putin are meeting in Alaska this morning to hopefully discuss peace and a ceasefire deal for Ukraine. Ukraine is not present at the meeting and was not invited.Watch15 Aug 08:07 PM
WorldTrump and Putin had an 'extremely productive meeting' in Alaska to discuss peaceDonald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska to discuss peace without Ukraine. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Aug 07:33 PM
Herald NOWTrump to meet Putin in Alaska, business or diplomacy?Stephen Hoadley, International Relations expert breaks down the latest developments. Video / Herald NOWWatch14 Aug 07:21 PM
WorldTrump admits 25% chance of failure in Putin summitEuropean leaders fear Putin will cajole Trump into a settlement imposed on Ukraine.14 Aug 06:13 PM
New ZealandEnemy of the state: Former Defence Minister targeted by pro-Russian websiteRon Mark has been added to the Russophobes website as an enemy of Russia.14 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldTrump eyes three-way meeting with Putin, Zelenskyy'If the first one goes okay, we'll have a quick second one,' the US President says.13 Aug 06:47 PM
WorldUkraine urges US to push for ceasefire as Russia advancesZelenskyy has urged Trump to push for a ceasefire in upcoming talks in Alaska with Putin.13 Aug 06:14 PM
WorldEuropean leaders push for role in US-Russia peace talksGerman, British, French leaders plan virtual talks with Kyiv before Trump meets Putin.11 Aug 06:46 PM
New ZealandKiwi doctor severely injured after standing on mine in UkraineMultiple New Zealanders have joined Ukraine's Foreign Legion and been killed and injured.10 Aug 11:24 PM
World'Will achieve nothing': Zelenskyy warns against summit without UkraineThe Ukraine President says his country won't surrender land for peace.09 Aug 08:54 PM
WorldTrump, Putin to meet in Alaska amid Ukraine war tensionsPutin consulted the leaders of China and India ahead of the Alaska summit.09 Aug 01:30 AM
WorldKremlin says Trump-Putin meeting agreed for 'coming days'The United Arab Emirates has been named as a potential location for the summit.07 Aug 06:16 PM
WorldPotential Trump-Putin summit to end Ukraine warTrump may meet Putin next week after envoy’s talks in Moscow.06 Aug 09:40 PM
WorldTrump envoy meets Putin as US steps up pressure with new India tariffsSteve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin for three hours in Moscow.06 Aug 06:49 PM