War
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 24 June 2025
In today's episode, Iran's military has carried out what it calls "devastating and powerful" retaliatory missile attacks on US airbases in Qatar and Iraq, Labour says the government should be… Audio
World leaders in The Hague for NATO Summit
The weekend's US strikes on Iran are expected to upstage defence spending talks at the NATO Summit this week. Correspondent William Denselow spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Qatar professor on Iran strikes on US bases
The explosions on the US airbase in Doha were heard and felt across the Qatari capital. Professor of Government at Georgetown University in Qatar Mehran Kamrava spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Qatar condemns Iran strikes on US bases in country
Qatar 'strongly condemns' the earlier attack by Iran on America's Al Udeid airbase. BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Iran carries out missile attacks on US air bases in Qatar
Iran's military has carried out what it calls "devastating and powerful" retaliatory missile attacks on US airbases in Qatar and Iraq. Correspondent Alex Baird spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Correspondent in Israel on Middle East conflict
Iran has launched missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq. The AP's Sam Mednick is in Tel Aviv and spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Iran fires missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq
Iran has fired missiles towards US bases in Qatar and Iraq, in retaliation to the US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Correspondent in Doha Alex Baird spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Iran issues warning to 'gambler' Trump: We will end this war
Iran said the US attack on its nuclear sites expanded the range of legitimate targets for its armed forces and called Donald Trump a "gambler".
What does the Israel-Iran conflict mean for NZ?
Explainer - As the US joins the conflict between Israel and Iran, how will New Zealand be affected? Here's what you need to know so far as the situation continues to unfold. Audio
Is US strike on Iran Trump's riskiest gamble?
Analysis - The US President, who faced no major international crisis in his first term, is now embroiled in one just six months into his second.
How Trump quietly made the decision to bomb Iran
Administration officials went to great lengths to conceal their planning, including with diversions and misdirection. Audio
Economies face a potential war shock: Surging oil prices
Oil prices are likely to depend on whether Iran's parliament decides to block the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade route that accounts for 20 percent of the world's crude oil. Audio
Government announces $16 million Ukraine support package
The Prime Minister says New Zealand stands in solidarity with Ukraine. Audio
World leaders react to US attack on Iran
The reaction of world leaders after US forces struck Iran ranged from Israel lauding President Donald Trump's decision to Iran and others condemning the attacks. Audio
What are B-2 bombers, bunker-busters?
The US Air Force used B-2 Spirit stealth bombers and "bunker-busters" in strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. But what are they? Audio
'Very successful' attack launched against Iran nuclear sites, Trump says
The US strikes targeted three sites, including the crucial underground uranium enrichment facility at Fordow.
Israel seeks swift action on Iran - report
Israeli officials don't want to wait until Donald Trump's two-week deadline for deciding whether the US will get involved in the conflict.
US moves B-2 bombers as Trump weighs Iran options
B-2 bombers are the only planes capable of carrying the type of bomb that could destroy Iran's underground Fordow nuclear facility.
Iran digs in on nukes, vows 'devastating' retaliation amid Israeli attacks
Tehran says Iran won't halt its nuclear programme as Israel's strikes continue, killing top commanders.
Who are Iran's allies? Would any help if the US joins Israel in its war?
Analysis: Over the past two years, Israel has dealt significant blows to Iran's "axis of resistance", writes Ali Mamouri for The Conversation.
