PremiumPremiumWorldThe turbulent times of Friedrich MerzNY Times: The Chancellor has emerged as the closest thing Europe has to a political pilot.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday December 16, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Father-son terror link to go under microscope and US offers Ukraine major security support | Tuesday, December 16, 2025Watch16 Dec 12:37 AM
WorldBelarus frees Nobel laureate and protest icon in US-brokered prisoner dealThe US-brokered deal freed 123 detainees in exchange for sanctions relief.13 Dec 09:32 PM
World'He wants action': Trump frustration grows over Ukraine war peace planKyiv says a new US plan still expects Ukraine to give up land to Russia.11 Dec 09:11 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
WorldTrump’s team sees Europe’s ‘erasure’ as Europeans see a hostile USTransatlantic relations between the US and Europe have hit a low point.10 Dec 04:00 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
WorldChernobyl unable to prevent radiation leak after Russian strikeInspectors warn radioactive dust could escape from the damaged shelter.08 Dec 01:27 AM
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
PremiumPremiumWorldRecruiting for war: How Ukraine's messaging has changedNY Times: Early ads were a call to arms. As public enthusiasm waned, approaches evolved.07 Dec 04:00 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
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
PremiumPremiumWorldStakes high, Europe races to save its financing plan for UkraineNY Times: Plodding decision-making creates big risks at this geopolitical moment.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
New Zealand'Truckload of stuff': Ex-defence minister on where $15m Ukraine aid should goThe $15m will fund weapons and gear for Ukraine under a Nato-US initiative.03 Dec 08:29 PM
WorldGerman President gets royal welcome on UK state visitThe visit showcases a new UK-Germany defence pact and July friendship treaty.03 Dec 08:15 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
WorldPutin: 'If Europe starts a war, Russia is ready'The Russian President accused continental leaders of trying to scupper his peace talks.02 Dec 07:05 PM
WorldPutin warns of possible strikes on Ukraine allies’ shipsThere have been at least nine attacks on Russian tankers in one year.02 Dec 05:11 PM
World‘Very optimistic’: Trump envoy heads to Moscow with Ukraine war blueprintUS envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow.01 Dec 07:05 PM
WorldHigh stakes Florida talks seek path to end warUkrainian delegation leader Rustem Umerov says talks are about the future of his country. 30 Nov 05:32 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisZelenskyy loses both a negotiator and an enforcerNY Times: It's the highest-level political realignment in Ukraine since Russia's invasion.30 Nov 04:00 PM
World'I'm going to the front': Zelenskyy aide quits amid $175.4m corruption scandalHe denies any role in the 15-month embezzlement scheme but says he is 'desecrated'.30 Nov 03:45 AM
WorldSea drones hit major oil terminal hours before US-Ukraine peace talksThe damaged Caspian terminal handles about 1% of global oil supplies.29 Nov 09:39 PM
WorldUS set to back Russian control of Crimea and other occupied Ukraine landThe revised 19-point plan from Geneva still hints at US recognition offers.28 Nov 08:59 PM
