World Politics
What is South Pars, the Israeli target that escalated war with Iran?
The bombing and Iran's retaliation mark a significant point of escalation in the US-Israeli war with Iran.
Iran vows revenge as world's largest natural gas deposit hit in strike
It has already caused "extensive damage" at an LNG plant in Qatar and attacked Saudi Arabia with several missiles. Audio
Luxon's office draped in US flags in protest
A sign that reads 'Trump War Minerals HQ' with a cutout of a bald eagle preying on a Kiwi bird were erected.
'Colonial-style arrogance': NZ statement draws China's ire
The Chinese Embassy says the comments were 'inexplicable', unwarranted and inappropriate. Audio
US Fed holds rates steady
Officials took stock of economic risks from the US and Israeli war with Iran.
Countries propose safe corridor to free 20,000 seafarers stranded in Gulf
At least seven merchant sailors have been killed due to the conflict.
NZ's Free Trade Hustle
As New Zealand closes in on its first trade deal with India, we look back at the agreements that shaped the country: from Britain’s betrayal in the 1970s to closer economic relations with Australia… Video, Audio
Resignations and refusals: Trump increasingly isolated in Iran war
Analysis: US President Donald Trump has already lost friends abroad; now he's starting to lose them at home.
Iran confirms death of security chief Ali Larijani
Israel announced earlier it had killed him and is now vowing to track down Iran's new supreme leader "and neutralise him".
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 18 March
Labour leader Chris Hipkins responds to claims made online by ex-wife; Weekly political panel with Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni; Foodstuffs North Island boss responds to increase in food prices… Audio
'Iran posed no imminent threat': Senior Trump official quits
In the first high-profile departure, Joe Kent said the war was started "due to pressure from Israel".
Israel says it killed Iranian security chief
There was no immediate response from Tehran to Israel's claims on the death of Ali Larijani, one of the most powerful figures in the Islamic Republic.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 17 March 2026
Former Prime Minister, Helen Clark discusses New Zealand's position and involvement in the Middle East; One company's investment in electric trucks is paying off as fuel prices rise; The LooksMaxxing… Audio
Former PM Helen Clark discusses NZ position on Iran conflict
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark discusses New Zealand's position and involvement in the Middle East, as US President Donald Trump lashes out at allies who have shown little enthusiasm for providing… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 17 March
Barbara Edmonds fills in for Chris Hipkins for our weekly chat with the opposition; Shane Jones addresses concern over fuel supply; The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists reacts to latest… Audio
USA correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben
President Trump's focus on getting the Strait of Hormuz open with gas prices rising. Danielle Kurtzleben is a political correspondent assigned to NPR's Washington Desk. Audio
If Trump has already won in Iran, why is he now asking for help?
Analysis - A week ago, the US President told Britain not to bother sending ships, because he'd already won the war. Audio
Trump ramps up call for assistance in Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has ramped up his calls for assistance in opening the Strait of Hormuz. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann from Washington. Audio
World News Wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
US 'pro-family' group worked with Senegal activists pushing anti-LGBT law
MassResistance, known for its work at home pushing legislation against same-sex marriage, has advised like-minded African activists for years.
