World Politics
Hundreds protest in Cook Islands over China agreement
In the Cook Islands, hundreds of people have taken to the streets to protest a partnership agreement the Prime Minister Mark Brown signed with China. RNZ Pacific's Caleb Fotheringham spoke to… Audio
Govt would consider sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine
The Prime Minister says the government would consider sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine if there is a peace deal struck with Russia. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Cook Islands PM returns after signing China deal
The Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown returned to Rarotonga on Monday afternoon promising the agreement with Beijing will be made public "very shortly". RNZ Pacific's Caleb Fotheringham is… Audio
European leaders meet in Paris for emergency summit on Ukraine
European leaders have convened in Paris for an emergency summit on the future of Ukraine. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Ukrainian President to visit Saudi Arabia day after US-Russia talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, one day after planned meetings between Russian and US officials. Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 February 2025
On today's episode, European leaders have been left out in the cold with the US saying Europe won't have a seat at the table when talks start to end the war in Ukraine, Auckland Council is reviewing… Audio
Syrian stabs passersby in Austria, killing teenager, injuring four
A 23-year-old Syrian asylum seeker stabbed several passersby in the centre of the Austrian town of Villach on Saturday, killing a 14-year-old boy and injuring four other people.
Trump labelled 'true dictator' after claiming acts that save 'his country' aren't illegal
"He who saves his Country does not violate any Law," Trump proclaimed on his Truth Social network.
Explainer: What is Elon Musk's DOGE? And is he orchestrating a coup?
Elon Musk's DOGE has been making global headlines recently, but, what is this new agency - so why has the world's richest person decided to centre himself in US politics?
Three Israeli hostages released in Gaza as ceasefire holds
Three Israeli hostages have arrived at a release site in Gaza after Egyptian and Qatari mediators helped avert a standoff that threatened to sink a fragile ceasefire.
Shock resignations as US moves to dismiss case against Trump allied-NYC mayor
New York Mayor Eric Adams has denied allegations he asked for the case to be dropped in exchange for enforcing President Donald Trump's hard-line immigration agenda. Audio
US could send troops to Ukraine if Russia doesn't seek peace - Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has warned that the United States could send troops to Ukraine and hit Russia with further sanctions if Vladimir Putin doesn't negotiate a peace deal...
Zelensky says Putin 'peace' comments not to be trusted
The Ukrainian leader said he wanted the United States to agree a "plan to stop Putin" before any negotiations.
Trump launches 'reciprocal tariffs' targeting allies and adversaries
It's a dramatic escalation of an international trade war as the President tells media US allies are often "worse than our enemies" on trade issues.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 14 February 2025
On today's episode, the families of those who died in Cyclone Gabrielle say Hawke's Bay residents are in danger because authorities have not made the urgent changes needed to keep people safe in… Audio
Europe fears Trump-Putin 'dirty deal' to end Ukraine war
Analysis - The US president's "lengthy and highly productive" phone call with his Russian counterpart has Europe worried the war will end favourably for Moscow.
Nato boss presses case for NZ to boost defence spending
Mark Rutte wants Indo-Pacific countries to lift spending to three percent of their economies. Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines & Tim Batt (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Aimie Hines & Tim Batt discuss: the Cook Islands soon to be signed deal with China, and the news Wellington's Begonia House is to be saved. Aimie… Audio
White House announces conditions for Ukraine-Russia deal
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth also told Washington's NATO allies they would have to assume greater responsibility for Europe's security.
Choosing sides in the battle for influence in the Pacific
As the US looks to be leaving the Pacific, and New Zealand is rowing with Kiribati and the Cook Islands, experts worry about Chinese influence.
