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Zelensky says he will only join Ukraine-Russia talks if Putin is present
The peace talks are pencilled in for Thursday in Istanbul.
Trump meets Syrian president, urges him to establish ties with Israel
The leaders of the United States and Syria have met for the first time in 25 years.
'Cynical sideshow': UN humanitarian chief slams Israel's US-backed Gaza aid plan
Israel proposed last week that private companies would take over handing out aid in Gaza's south.
Turkish police detain 97 student university protesters
During the scuffles, 13 police officers were injured when they fell into a 5m construction pit.
Former Australian cyclist avoids jail after wife's death
Olympian Melissa Hoskins clung onto her husband's car. As he accelerated away, she fell, receiving fatal injuries.
Kashmiris divided by a border, united by fear
After the latest round of conflict, families pick up the pieces in the disputed region of Kashmir, knowing peace is always temporary.
US says Cuba 'not fully cooperating' with counter-terrorism efforts
The US State Department has placed Cuba on a list of countries it says did not fully cooperate with US counterterrorism efforts in 2024, reversing a decision by the Biden administration.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 May 2025
In today's episode, the Waitangi Tribunal is hearing submissions from claimants concerned about the effect the Regulatory Standards Bill will have on the Treaty of Waitangi, The Foreign Affairs… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 May 2025
In today's episode, nearly a quarter of the money spent on National's FamilyBoost policy has been poured into administration costs, Labour says the government's move to quash 33 pay equity claims is… Audio
US signs $142 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia
The US has signed a $142 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia providing them with what the White house says is state-of-the-art warfighting equipment. US correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Man in jail for nearly four decades for murder acquitted by London court
Advancements in DNA testing techniques cast doubt on his guilt.
US Aviation Council rules Russia responsible for downing of MH17
The Kremlin says a ruling from the U.S Aviation Council that Russia was responsible for the downing of Flight MH-17 is biased. UK-based aviation commentator Paul Beaver spoke to producer Kim Baker… Audio
Australia: Sussan Ley elected new leader of Liberals
Ryan Reynold's football team Wrexham United is heading to Australia - and New Zealand - Pam Corkery has the details Audio
US President in Middle East drops sanctions on Syria
Donald Trump is working his way around the Middle-East, Alex Baird reports from Doha. Audio
World's first commercial-scale e-methanol plant opens in Denmark
Shipping giant Maersk is set to buy part of the production as a low-emission fuel for its fleet of container ships.
Bullying only leads to self-isolation, Xi says day after US-China tariff truce
Chinese leader Xi Jinping says "bullying" and "hegemonism" will only backfire, in a veiled reference to the United States just a day after a temporary truce was agreed in the trade war between the…
Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault
The French actor was handed a suspended jail sentence and a €20,000 fine.
'Don't underestimate Thursday in Turkey' Trump tells reporters
US President Donald Trump offers to join potential Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul.
Who is tipped to win the Eurovision Song Contest?
The song contest is known for its eclectic songs and performances while launching successful music careers.
Kim Kardashian to testify at Paris trial of alleged armed robbers
Ten suspects have been on trial since late April over the armed robbery in 2016.
