Conflict
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.
What is ICE and why does it seem to be tearing the USA apart?
Over the last few months there has been consistently heated debate around the tactics, and indeed presence of, immigration agents in the United States. That debate has reached fever pitch after the… Audio
Who is Greg Bovino, Trump's immigration enforcer?
Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino has become the public face of US President Donald Trump's aggressive deportation campaign.
Nurse killed by US federal agents was focused on helping others, friends and family say
Alex Pretti worked as a nurse treating sick veterans - a reflection of his deep desire to help others, family and colleagues say.
Russian attacks hit Kyiv and Kharkiv, at least 13 injured
Drones and missile strikes damaged homes and hospitals as temperatures plunged below zero.
Warbirds Over Wānaka display of deadly jets sparks backlash
The F-22 Raptors are widely considered the most lethal fighter jets ever built, says a former Doctors Without Borders worker.
