World‘Massive’ Russian strikes hit Ukraine energy sites in pre-Christmas attackRussia launched 635 drones and 38 missiles at cities and energy sites.23 Dec 05:45 PM
World2025 in review: Russia’s economy drives its war, but roadblocks wait Four years of heavy military spending set to come due for Vladimir Putin.23 Dec 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'My sunshine': Sporting icon Anna Kournikova announces birth of fourth childShe made the announcement in a joint Instagram post with husband Enrique Iglesias.23 Dec 06:48 AM
WorldUS bringing seized tanker to port as Venezuela war fears buildUS forces descended by helicopter onto the tanker in a filmed raid.11 Dec 09:01 PM
WorldNato chief: Prepare for war with RussiaMark Rutte warned Nato must prepare for conflict spreading across Europe.11 Dec 08:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessKiwi in Ukraine says he’s determined to stay'Some big loud nights' of Russian attacks won't stop the defiant Kiwi.10 Dec 10:00 PM
WorldSouth Korea scrambles jets after Russian, Chinese planes approachNo foreign planes entered South Korean airspace but it's not the first incident.09 Dec 09:14 PM
WorldTrump warns Zelenskyy: Accept war deal by Christmas or face ‘losing’ UkraineZelenskyy is touring European capitals to rally backing for his counter-plan.09 Dec 06:45 PM
WorldEuropean allies back Zelenskyy after Trump criticismGerman Chancellor says he's 'sceptical' about key details in the latest US peace proposal.08 Dec 05:19 PM
WorldUS arms troops with Iran-style 'kamikaze' drones in new unitThe new Task Force Scorpion Strike drone unit will be based in the Middle East.08 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldChernobyl unable to prevent radiation leak after Russian strikeInspectors warn radioactive dust could escape from the damaged shelter.08 Dec 01:27 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisSuperpower competition: The missing chapter in US security strategyNew York Times analysis: Document describes a country avoiding judging authoritarians.07 Dec 09:59 PM
WorldRussia rapidly gains territory in Ukraine as peace talks stallTrump's peace plan asked Kyiv to hand over vast areas and limit its army.07 Dec 06:19 PM
World'Real peace': Zelenskyy backs revised US plan in talks to end Ukraine warEuropean leaders Macron, Zelenskyy, Starmer and Merz are due to meet in London.06 Dec 09:12 PM
WorldUS, Ukraine hold fresh talks as Russia hammers front lineThe US plan would see Ukraine concede land for weaker-than-NATO security.06 Dec 07:32 AM
WorldMilitary drones flew towards Zelenskyy’s plane as it approached DublinThe drones reached the Ukrainian President's flight path but his plane landed early.04 Dec 10:25 PM
AnalysisCan the West trust India?India’s imports of Russian oil jumped from 2.5% before the war to 35% last year.04 Dec 08:49 PM
WorldRussia's Putin in India for defence, trade talksVladimir Putin's first India visit since the Ukraine war spotlights defence deals.04 Dec 07:16 PM
WorldPutin ordered Salisbury poisoning as 'public statement' of Russian power, inquiry findsDawn Sturgess died after spraying herself with perfume laced with Novichok.04 Dec 06:58 PM
New ZealandHow close is Europe to conflict?James Headley breaks down Russia’s strategy and what could happen next.Watch04 Dec 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldInside Trump's choices on the Ukraine war talksNY Times: Does he increase pressure on Russia or Ukraine, or walk away from US efforts?04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing backRussia wants Ukraine barred from Nato and its army cut by half in any deal.04 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhat Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing backVladimir Putin met with the US negotiators this week for about five hours to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.Watch04 Dec 03:55 AM
AnalysisTrump may now abandon both Russia and UkraineAnalysis: If Ukraine rejects Washington's terms, US weapons and intelligence could stop.03 Dec 08:49 PM
WorldRussia says battlefield success strengthening its hand in Ukraine talksRussia says Nato membership for Ukraine remains a 'key' unresolved issue.03 Dec 05:05 PM
World‘No compromise’: Putin digs in on territory as US peace push hits wallPutin told Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff some US ideas remain unacceptable.03 Dec 01:02 AM
