Conflict
Pakistan launches deadly strikes in Afghanistan
The overnight attacks were the most extensive since border clashes in October killed more than 70 people on both sides and wounded hundreds.
An inside look: Four years of Russia's War on Ukraine
The drawn-out war has fallen from headlines amid so much global turmoil at the moment, but ReliefAid says the people of Ukraine need help as much as ever. Audio
US lawmakers plan Iran war powers vote as Trump weighs strikes
Members of Congress have tried - and failed - repeatedly to pass resolutions that would bar Trump from military action against foreign governments without lawmakers' approval.
Dr Neil Melvin: 4 years of war in Ukraine
The war between Russia and Ukraine is grinding towards its fourth anniversary. Audio
Gaza deaths in war's first 15 months higher than reported, study says
The study found that women, children and the elderly comprised some 56.2 percent of violent deaths in Gaza during that period.
Ukraine will only hold elections after ceasefire, Zelensky says
Elections in Ukraine have been effectively suspended since Russia invaded in 2022 due to martial law.
Another Benghazi consulate attack suspect arrested
The US has arrested a person suspected of playing a central role in the 2012 attack on its consulate in Libya, Attorney General Pam Bondi said on Friday.
NSW police given extra powers ahead of Israeli presidential visit
Protesters planning to rally in central Sydney asked to choose a different place: "It's very important that people remain calm and act respectfully during this visit..."
Iran says talks with US in Oman were a 'good start'
The talks follow growing concerns that a failure in the high-stakes negotiations could set off another Middle East war.
Trump rejects Putin offer over nuclear weapons
The treaty that put caps on strategic nuclear weapons deployments and held them in check for more than two decades has expired.
Two dead, eight injured in strike on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
A Russian drone attack killed two people aged 18 and injured nine other people in the southeastern Ukrainian city.
Russia launches biggest attack on Ukraine so far this year
Russia has launched what Ukraine says is its most powerful attack this year on the country's energy system - firing missiles and drones at power plants and infrastructure. The BBC's Eurpoe… Audio
Feature Interview: Mean Mums at the School Gates
For lots of students all over New Zealand, going back to school today is about settling into a new classroom and reconnecting with mates. For many Mums, going back to school includes figuring out the… Audio
Al Gillespie: Is Trump gearing up to strike Iran?
International Law professor Alexander Gillespi discusses the how United States exerting pressure on other countries. Audio
Israel denies accepting Gaza health ministry war toll
Local media had reported the military "accepted the estimate of the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry that approximately 71,000 Palestinians were killed during the Israel-Gaza war".
Richard Haass: A tumultuous start to 2026
From Iran to Greenland and Venezuela, it has been a tumultuous start to the year. We look at what that means for geo-political stability. Audio
Trump threatens Iran with 'major destruction'
US President Donald Trump is urging Iran to strike a deal, warning a US Navy carrier strike group is poised to carry out attacks on the regime. Audio
A Kiwi on Ukraine's frontline
New Zealander Khol Gillies was fighting in Ukraine when he was badly injured, and he spent days in a bunker waiting to be evacuated. Audio
Kiwi soldier speaks on losing leg after fighting in Ukraine
A New Zealander who had his leg amputated after being severely injured while fighting in Ukraine says he sung Aotearoa's national anthem to keep himself going during his excruciating rescue. Khol… Audio
Doomsday Clock 2026: 'We are running out of time'
Scientists have now set the timepiece at the closest it's ever been to midnight, in part due to the impact of AI.
