Conflict
Haiti prison break leaves 12 dead as inmates go hungry
A prison break in Haiti has left 12 dead, in the third such incident in Haiti in recent months, amid a protracted humanitarian crisis fueled by gang violence.
Medal belonging to teacher who died at Gallipoli spotted at auction, gifted to school
A member of the 11th Taranaki Company Corporal Vincent Hall came ashore at Gallipoli in April 1915.
Ukraine sets up military office inside Russia
Kyiv is also pressing ahead with its surprise incursion into Russian territory.
Do the laws of war still have a fighting chance in today's world?
Analysis -In theory, these rules of war are universally agreed by every nation. In practice, they are routinely violated everywhere.
Ukraine and Russia trade accusations over fire at occupied nuclear plant
Ukraine urged residents to remain calm and reported no sign of elevated radiation.
Israel's strike on a Gaza school was devastating, but it is refuting its severity
In the quiet of early Saturday morning in Gaza City, desperate Palestinians seeking refuge in a school complex awoke to a catastrophic blast.
Ukrainian troops now up to 30km inside Russia, Moscow says
Russia's defence ministry said its forces had engaged Ukrainian troops near the villages of Tolpino and Obshchy Kolodez, as the offensive in the Kursk region entered a sixth day.
‘Grid’ the unsung New Zealand war hero
First World War airman Keith 'Grid' Caldwell played a pivotal role in sustaining military aviation in interwar New Zealand, yet he's a name most are unfamiliar with. Dr Adam Claasen is a leading… Audio
Marking the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions
On the 12 August 1949, fifty-eight countries, hoping to limit the kinds of horrors seen during the Second World War, signed the four Geneva Conventions. Waikato University's International Law… Audio
Imran Ahmed: Countering the online hate fuelling UK riots
Almost 500 arrests have been made in connection with the eruption of far-right violence this week following the killing of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport, in the… Audio
Four steps NZ can take now about Israel's occupation of Palestinian land
Analysis - At first glance, there might seem to be little opportunity for New Zealand to contribute to a peaceful resolution. But that is not to say the country has no options, Myra Williamson writes.
Australia joins defence exercise in contested South China Sea
Australia will join another combined military drill in the contested waters of the South China Sea - but not contribute any warships.
Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as new overall leader
After two days of lengthy negotiations, Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new overall chief, replacing Ismail Haniyeh who was assassinated last week.
US personnel injured in attack on airbase in Iraq
The attack comes as the US warns the Middle East is at a critical moment after the killings of Hamas and Hezbollah senior leaders.
Middle East: Fears grow for widening of regional conflict
Middle East correspondent Sebastian Usher looks at calls by Western nations for their citizens to vacate Lebanon, as the possibility of a wider conflict in the region grows. Iran has threatened… Audio
Misinformation driving anti-immigration violence across Britain
Anti-immigration protesters "absolutely bent on violence" broke hotel windows and set bins on fire in northern England on Sunday.
UK far-right demonstrations turn violent, more than 90 arrested
More than 90 people were arrested after far-right demonstrations descended into riots in towns and cities across the UK on Saturday.
Muslim community outraged at govt scrapping recommendations
The Muslim community is outraged at the Government's decision to wind up its work on the response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Christchurch terror attack and scrap eight… Audio
Australia says Israel did not deliberately kill foreign aid workers in Gaza
Three Israeli air strikes hit the convoy of aid vehicles travelling through Gaza on 1 April, killing seven World Central Kitchen staff.
Assassination on Iranian soil a 'huge, humiliating blow'. What happens next?
Iran says it has a "duty" to avenge the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed during a visit to Tehran this week.
