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'We know what's going on': Donald Trump on US-Israel co-ordination ahead of strikes
The US President called for a new nuclear deal while discussing military action.
Israel strikes on Iran test Trump’s ‘forever war’ promise
ANALYSIS: President's populist base is sceptical, fearing involvement in another conflict.
Market close: NZ sharemarket flat as tensions rise over potential Iran strike
The S&P/NZX 50 closed up 0.34% today after a spike in oil prices globally.
US on alert for potential Israeli strike on Iran
The US is moving some personnel out of the Middle East.
Controversial ‘run it straight’ NZ final moved to Dubai, contestants' flights paid for
The final was initially scheduled to take place in Auckland this month.
‘Barbarism that belongs in the Middle Ages’: Why NZ's travel ban on Israeli ministers matters for Gaza aid crisis
The Gaza blockade has lasted 11 weeks, cutting off crucial aid supplies.
Watch: Greta Thunberg says Israeli forces have ‘kidnapped’ her
Israeli forces boarded a Gaza-bound aid ship on Monday.
Israel vows to stop aid ship with Greta Thunberg aboard from reaching Gaza
New York Times: Greta Thunberg and Rima Hassan are aboard the Madleen.
'Eliminated': Israeli military claims it has identified Hamas Gaza chief's body
The IDF says Mohammed Sinwar was killed in an airstrike on May 13.
36 killed after Israeli troops fire near aid centre
Israeli forces killed 36 Palestinians; six of them near a US-backed aid centre.
'Brutally murdered': Thai hostage's body retrieved in Gaza
He was a Thai worker abducted during the October 7 Hamas attack.
Aid ship with Greta Thunberg on board nears Gaza
Activists on board say drones have approached the Madleen during its voyage.
'Not in this world': Pilgrims describe spiritual journey under scorching sun
Over 1.5 million pilgrims joined the hajj under intense heat in Mecca.
Israel strikes Syria after projectiles launched, blames Syrian leader
Syria denied firing the projectiles, calling Israel's actions a violation.
In emaciated children, Gaza’s hunger is laid bare
New York Times: Aid began to trickle in last week. But there is never enough.
Letters: Happy to have seen Charles go from a baby to King
OPINION: King Charles has shown dignity and resilience.
Iran warns of retaliation if EU exploits UN uranium report
Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is 45 times over the 2015 deal limit.
Queenstown man runs length of Japan to support Palestinians
'I love this stuff and I’m lucky to enjoy the pain a little bit.'
'Effective rejection': Hamas counters ceasefire terms with new demands
Hamas wants a permanent ceasefire, troop withdrawals and aid flow.
'Accept or be annihilated': Israel's stark warning to Hamas over ceasefire deal
US President Donald Trump said securing a halt to fighting in Gaza was “very close”.
Inside the $1b drug haul by NZ-led naval task force in Middle East
The haul included one tonne of heroin and 660kg of hashish.
Fifty Palestinians shot as aid delivery chaos unfolds in Gaza
UN officials said 50 people were shot near a distribution site in Rafah.
Netanyahu claims key Hamas leader killed
Mohammed Sinwar presumed to have taken over command after the death of his brother.
Red Cross workers killed in Gaza strike, urgent ceasefire appeal made
The ICRC appealed for a ceasefire after the deaths of their colleagues.
Netanyahu open to Gaza ceasefire amid global pressure and aid crisis
Israel's Prime Minister says he is ready for a temporary ceasefire to free hostages.
Phil Goff: Weaponisation of starvation is a war crime
Opinion: Israel partially lifted the aid ban after international condemnation.
Gaza rescuers say 44 killed in new Israeli strikes
Israel stepped up its military offensive in Gaza on Saturday.