WorldUkrainians in occupied regions pressured to vote for PutinPolls are open in four annexed regions of Ukraine close to the front line.14 Mar 09:43 PM
WorldPutin threatens nukes again as war rages on in UkrainePutin has talked about his readiness to use nuclear weapons since the war began.13 Mar 09:26 PM
WorldPutin warns Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatenedPresident’s statement ahead of elections delivers another blunt warning to the West.13 Mar 07:49 AM
WorldRussia says 234 enemy fighters killed in thwarted armed incursionMeanwhile, Ukrainian long-range drones smashed into two oil facilities deep inside Russia.12 Mar 09:41 PM
WorldRussia-Ukraine war: Pentagon to give Kyiv US$300m in weapons even as it lacks funds to replenish US stockpileThis is the first security package since December after reports Ukraine was running low.12 Mar 09:17 PM
WorldUkraine will lose significant ground without allies' support - CIA reportUS intelligence says deadlock is ‘increasingly shifting the momentum in Moscow’s favour’.11 Mar 11:02 PM
WorldPutin propaganda dominates Russian TV during electionIn his tenure, Putin has managed to eliminate nearly all independent media in Russia.11 Mar 10:32 PM
WorldWhat to know about Russia’s presidential electionRussia is expected to cement President Vladimir Putin’s grip on power until at least 2030.10 Mar 11:35 PM
WorldPope Francis’ ‘white flag’ comment slammed by UkraineThe Pope has been criticised for asking Kyiv to 'have the courage' to stop the war.10 Mar 07:21 PM
WorldA lonely radio nerd. A poet: Putin's crackdown sweeps up ordinary RussiansA country that once tolerated some dissent is now one that ruthlessly suppresses it.09 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldFrench PM warns against letting Russia win against UkraineEmmanuel Macron has been accused of exploiting the war in Ukraine for political gain.07 Mar 10:00 PM
World'Vile attack': Volodymyr Zelensky’s convoy narrowly avoids Russian missileA bombing ended a tour of Odesa for Zelenskyy and the Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.06 Mar 10:52 PM
WorldGermany and Russia spar over a leaked audio on missiles for UkraineGerman military reject allegations Berlin was preparing for war against Russia.04 Mar 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldKremlin seeks to suppress Navalny’s influence, in death as in lifeNew York Times: Putin has not said a word in public about Navalny since his death.04 Mar 06:00 AM
WorldRussian drone strike on Ukrainian port city kills 11The drone strike destroyed an apartment block in Odesa.03 Mar 07:54 PM
WorldNavalny buried in Moscow as thousands attend under heavy police presenceHis death two weeks ago in an Arctic penal colony is still unexplained.01 Mar 07:26 PM
WorldHearse drivers refuse to take Navalny’s body to his funeralMoscow funeral homes afraid to help Alexei Navalny's family after threatening phone calls.01 Mar 04:47 AM
WorldPutin threatens Nato with nuclear war if it sends troops to UkraineRussian president says soldiers being deployed to Kyiv could provoke nuclear war.29 Feb 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldLeaked Russian military files reveal criteria for nuclear strikeFinancial Times: Putin’s forces have rehearsed using tactical nuclear weapons, files show.28 Feb 07:00 PM
TravelWhite Party: 'Racist' event organiser driven from Sri LankaAn embassy in Colombo has had to issue an apology following an ill-planned party.28 Feb 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRussia-Ukraine war anniversary a time to reflectOPINION: People in Ukraine the past two years have borne a toll that few can imagine.28 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldUkrainian troops pull back after Russia onslaughtKyiv's troops have withdrawn from a village in the east of the country.26 Feb 11:46 PM
WorldPrisoner swap was in final stages before Alexei Navalny's deathTalks were under way to exchange Alexei Navalny for a Russian imprisoned in Germany.26 Feb 07:31 PM
WorldDelays in promised Western aid killing Ukrainians - reportUkraine says half of promised Western military support fails to arrive on time.25 Feb 11:55 PM
World'Putin is lying': Zelenskyy puts his soldier death toll far lower than Russia claimsThe number of soldiers killed is far lower than Putin's estimate, says Zelenskyy.25 Feb 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOPINION: Western timidity has only emboldened PutinFinancial Times: Ukraine paying higher price in blood, devastation due to cautious aid.25 Feb 08:32 PM
New Zealand'Meat waves and constant carnage': NZ soldiers call for more help for UkraineUkraine is making a desperate plea for more weapons as the fight against Russia slogs on.25 Feb 08:04 PM
WorldTrump’s march towards Republican nomination continues, beating Haley in her home stateIt is yet another major victory in his campaign to take the White House again.25 Feb 12:34 AM
RoyalsKing Charles praises Ukrainians on second anniversary of invasion'Theirs is true valour, in the face of indescribable aggression.'24 Feb 11:22 PM
WorldAlexei Navalny’s body released to mother more than a week after his deathAlexei Navalny's mother had been demanding the return of his body for more than a week.24 Feb 07:35 PM
WorldUkraine endures second year of war with scenes of grief, suffering and also joyThe conflict has killed more than 10,000 civilians and wounded nearly 20,000 others.23 Feb 09:07 PM
PhotosUkraine endures second year of warThe second year of Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion brought no respite for Ukrainian soldiers or civilians.23 Feb 08:30 PM
WorldVolodymyr Zelenskyy thanks New Zealand for fresh aid“I appreciate New Zealand’s continued and steadfast support for Ukraine."23 Feb 01:32 AM
WorldPutin takes a flight in nuclear-capable bomberThe flight seemed calculated to send a tough message to Russian voters and the West.23 Feb 12:36 AM
