War
Hamas could release first hostages as early as Sunday
Some Israelis held hostage since the Hamas attack of 7 October 2023 are expected to be released within days, Israel says.
Cautious optimism in NZ at news of Gaza ceasefire
"Hopefully the blood will stop, hopefully people won't be afraid of the sky, hopefully children will hear a bird rather than a bomb."
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 17th January
On today's episode, The deal negotiated between Israel and Hamas ensures at least 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid will enter Gaza every day of the ceasefire, with at least 50 of them carrying fuel… Audio
Local communities celebrate Gaza ceasefire deal
Palestinian and Israeli communities in New Zealand are celebrating the news of a ceasefire in Gaza - but it's a very cautious optimism. Lauren Crimp has more. Audio
US says Gaza ceasefire to start on time despite last-minute 'loose end'
Israel delayed holding a Cabinet meeting to ratify the ceasefire with Hamas, blaming the militant group for the hold-up.
Ceasefire deal will see at least 600 trucks of aid enter Gaza every day
The deal negotiated between Israel and Hamas ensures at least 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid will enter Gaza every day of the ceasefire, with at least 50 of them carrying fuel. New Zealand aid… Audio
What we know about Gaza's emerging ceasefire and hostage release deal
A ceasefire and hostage release deal may finally be near in Israel and Gaza. But what are the terms?
Israel, Hamas ceasefire followed by airstrikes on Gaza, residents say
While people celebrated the pact, Israel's military escalated attacks after the announcement, the civil emergency service and residents said.
Museum stop: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Marlborough is one of the world's largest private collections of wartime aircraft and artefacts. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 16th January
On today's episode, a ceasefire deal has been struck in Gaza. The agreement was made during negotiations in Qatar, and will see a full halt to the fighting, the withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from… Audio
Ceasefire deal reached between Israel and Hamas
After 15 months of conflict, a ceasefire deal has been struck in Gaza. The war between Israel and Hamas has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and inflamed the Middle East. University of Otago… Audio
Ceasefire deal struck in Gaza
A ceasefire deal has been struck in Gaza. The agreement was made during negotiations in Qatar, and will see a full halt to the fighting, the withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from Gaza, and the release… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 15th January
On today's episode, the US National Weather Service is warning of powerful winds in the LA area, where several major fires are still largely uncontained, an unusually large number of homeowners will… Audio
Ukraine captures North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia - Zelensky
Ukrainian President says forces operating in the Kursk region of Russia have captured two North Korean soldiers, marking the first time that Ukraine has captured alive soldiers from the isolated…
Russian shadow fleet explained - the alleged saboteurs of Baltic Sea cables
Russia's use of off-the-books ships began shortly after the EU placed sanctions on it after the invasion of Ukraine.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza Strip as new ceasefire talks begin
"Most of them are women and children, they are all civilians," a neighbour told Reuters.
'Scary as hell' robot dogs with machine guns - how warfare changed in 2024
Drones have been manufactured and launched in record numbers in conflict zones in Ukraine and the Middle East - and they're getting deadlier all the time.
Zelensky vows Ukraine will do everything in 2025 to stop Russia
The Ukrainian leader's address caps a difficult year for the war-battered country.
US removes NZ$17 million bounty on Syrian rebel leader
It follows a high-level US delegation meeting with the former jihadist.
Conflict continues in the Middle East
It's been another year of conflict in the Middle East, Al Jazeera Senior International Correspondent Resul Serdar Atash explains what's happened. Audio
