WorldIran’s strike on Diego Garcia will be ringing alarm bells across EuropeEurope, UK are not directly involved in the war. Iran is unlikely to want to change that.22 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldMiddle East war has no clear end in sight after three weeksWashington is weighing a risky US Marines operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.22 Mar 05:17 AM
WorldIran-Israel conflict casualties: Death tolls rise across Middle EastAt least 3220 people have been killed in Iran, including 210 children.22 Mar 05:07 AM
New ZealandFinance Minister Nicola Willis and Channel Infrastructure's Rob Buchanan speak to mediaFinance Minister Nicola Willis and Channel Infrastructure's Rob Buchanan speak to media from the Marsden Point oil refinery. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Mar 03:13 AM
WorldTrump gives Iran 48 hours to open Hormuz as Tehran strikes IsraelTwo missiles slipped through Israel’s defence systems, hitting Arad and Dimona.22 Mar 02:06 AM
WorldLondon now in reach of Iran’s missiles, Israel warns UKBritish PM accused of covering up attack on Diego Garcia base that showed arms threat.21 Mar 10:51 PM
New ZealandGaspy moves to tighten fuel-cost reporting amid petrol price panicThe cost of premium petrol has hit $4 a litre for the first time in parts of Auckland.21 Mar 09:04 PM
World‘It will be a bloody battle’: Kharg Island invasion would be very risky – military experts The island handles over 90% of Iran's crude oil exports and is heavily fortified.21 Mar 05:07 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand backs allies over Iran attacks' threat to ships in GulfNZ is one of 20 nations condemning Iran's Gulf attacks, but Australia is not among them.21 Mar 04:15 AM
WorldTrump plans commando raids to seize Iranian nuclear materialsUS officials were reportedly looking at options for securing or extracting the material.21 Mar 03:08 AM
WorldTrump says he is considering ‘winding down’ Iran war but rules out ceasefireNew leader Mojtaba Khamenei claims Iran has struck a ‘dizzying blow’ to its enemies.21 Mar 01:50 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 21, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 21, 2026. Rural contractors struggle with rising gas prices. Chuck Norris has passed away in Hawaii, aged 86. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Mar 07:43 PM
WorldUS launches aerial offensive to reopen Strait of HormuzLow-flying jets, helicopters used to strike Iranian vessels, drones near shipping lane.20 Mar 08:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIran war: What NZ could do in conflict and who’s winning the battleNZ could bombard shores to clear seas but would struggle with drones, professor says.20 Mar 05:17 AM
WorldCharlie Kirk told me to prevent Iran war before he died, says Trump ally who quitJoe Kent accused Donald Trump of backing a needless Iran war.19 Mar 11:46 PM
WorldRussia blames Israel for 'targeted' airstrike on RT crew in LebanonThe IDF says it warned journalists not to be near the Litani River crossing.19 Mar 09:12 PM
WorldIran targets Saudi Arabia oil refinery as prices surge to NZ$189 a barrelThe prices soared after Iran struck Qatar's largest gas facility.19 Mar 07:21 AM
PoliticsGovt preparing NZ for 'worst-case scenario' amid war, fuel prices to rise furtherChristopher Luxon said things could get worse before they get better.19 Mar 01:20 AM
WorldEuropean leaders rebuff Donald Trump's call to open the Strait of HormuzEuropean leaders are reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them. 18 Mar 09:23 PM
WorldWith Larijani dead, Iran must choose between negotiation and destructionAli Larijani’s killing leaves Iran’s top security council split over the war.18 Mar 07:34 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 19, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | 2024 Christchurch airport accident and Strait of Hormuz in chokehold.Watch18 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldIran targets Gulf energy sites after intel chief killedIsrael says its forces may now kill any senior Iranian official they can target.18 Mar 05:08 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingPlastics sector warns of 75% material price surge as Iran conflict bites supplyAbout 22% of New Zealand's polymers come directly from the Middle East.18 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessConsumers 'nervous' about economic outlook amid war in Middle EastThe index slipped to 94.7 in March, showing pessimists now outnumber optimists.17 Mar 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: After the oil shock – what economists now expect on inflation, GDP and interest ratesANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.17 Mar 09:19 PM
WorldShipping body warns crews trapped with dwindling fuel, water in GulfAbout 20,000 crew on 3000 ships are stuck in the Gulf with dwindling supplies.17 Mar 07:58 PM
WorldCrowds gather in Iran after authorities urge nationwide ralliesA near-total internet blackout has made independent reporting from Iran rare.17 Mar 07:39 PM
WorldLarijani's death is more significant than that of Supreme LeaderAli Larijani was seen as Iran's de facto leader since June last year.17 Mar 07:22 PM
WorldIran's security chief killed in strike, Israel saysIsrael says Ali Larijani was the 'effective leader' of Iran's regime.17 Mar 05:08 PM
New Zealand'We need to be really measured and calm': Fuel chief moves to ease shortage fearsChannel Infrastructure has 300 million litres of fuel stored at Marsden Point.17 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
EntertainmentSean Penn skips Oscars despite winning award to visit Zelenskyy in Kyiv amid warAFP reported the actor was 'planning to go to the front' in eastern Ukraine.16 Mar 10:47 PM
WorldAfghanistan accuses Pakistan of deadly airstrike on drug rehab centre in KabulPakistan insists it struck only Afghan military and 'terrorist' sites in the city.16 Mar 08:27 PM
World'Not Nato's war': German chancellor responds to Trump's Strait of Hormuz demandMerz said the US and Israel 'did not consult us prior to this war'.16 Mar 07:56 PM
