Robert Patman
Poland blames Russia after being hit by missiles
Two people in Poland - near the border with Ukraine - have been killed when missiles hit a farm.
It's not entirely clear where the missiles came from - but there is serious speculation they were… Audio
Significant escalation in Ukraine
Missiles have rained down across Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in Russia's aggression in the war.
At least 11 people have been killed and scores more injured, as Russia launched more than… Audio
300,000 reserves called up from Russian forces in Ukraine
As Russian forces battle a Ukrainian counter-offensive that has reclaimed significant territory, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a partial military mobilisation that would see 300,000… Audio
The Week in Detail: Reserve Bank, Ukraine, and the Pacific
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
NZ has 'huge stake' in Ukraine outcome, says professor
An expert in international relations says the death of Corporal Dominic Abelen in Ukraine is tragic, but that the country must be supported.
Thirty-year-old Corporal Abelen was on leave without pay… Audio
How a basketball superstar became a pawn in Putin's war
How is Vladimir Putin using the case of a jailed American basketball superstar to his advantage, amid the ongoing war in Ukraine? Audio
Ardern's prize White House meeting amid China concerns
Kathryn speaks with RNZ political editor Jane Patterson from Washington DC, where Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has met with US president Joe Biden earlier today. The pair have acknowledged more work… Audio
NZ still waiting for response over Solomon Islands-China pact
New Zealand is yet to receive a substantial response from the Solomon Islands about its security pact with Beijing.
The China-Solomons agreement has been described by the Prime Minister as "gravely… Audio
Expert on China-Solomon Islands pact
China says it's signed an agreement on security co-operation with Solomon Islands - a move which is likely to heighten the concerns of countries in the region.
When news of a possible agreement first… Audio
AUKUS, and where it leaves New Zealand
Being left out of the new Australia, UK and US security pact was a blessing in disguise, according to one international relations expert - because it would have caused a domestic crisis if we'd been… Audio
Australia signs new defence partnership with UK and US
The new security pact between the US, UK and Australia has already been denounced by China as "irresponsible", "narrow minded" and a "cold war mentality". The AUKUS pact will see Australia build a… Audio
Politics professor reflects on 9/11 impact
It has been 20 years since the 9/11 attack.
University of Otago politics professor spoke to Corin Dann to reflect on the fallout from 9/11 and the legacy of the 20-year war on terror. Audio
NZ's 'political capital' on show as host of online Apec
New Zealand will host a video conference with the globe's heavy-hitters overnight - bringing together the leaders of Apec to discuss the Covid-19 crisis.
The meeting has been billed as extraordinary… Audio
Expert on trans-Tasman spat over woman detained in Turkey
A trans-Tasman spat has erupted with the Prime Minister criticising Australia for revoking the citizenship of a suspected Islamic State terrorist.
The 25-year-old New Zealand-born woman was arrested… Audio
International leaders react to riots at Capitol Building
There has been international condemnation over the events at Capitol Hill including from New Zealand politicians. In a statement, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said democracy is the right of people to… Audio
NZ's place in world at threat - govt briefings
New Zealand's place in the world is increasingly threatened as the post-World War II international order collapses, according to new government briefings. Audio
Russia and Iran accused of interfering with US election
The FBI and US National Intelligence have announced that Russia and Iran have interfered with the US presidential election by obtaining voter registration information. Karyn speaks with Dr Robert… Audio
China suspends Hong Kong's extradition agreement with NZ
China is suspending Hong Kong's extradition agreement with New Zealand.
It comes a week after New Zealand suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong after the passage of a new security law which… Audio
NZ-China relationship sours after extradition treaty suspension
A Hong Konger in New Zealand is fearful of a campaign of harassment against activists here, as the tension between China and the west escalates.
New Zealand has suspended its extradition treaty with… Audio
NZ reaction to Hong Kong protects values
New Zealand risked slipping into a master and servant relationship with China had it not taken action to support Hong Kong, says one academic. On Tuesday, Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced New… Audio