Ukraine
Chinese official calls sanctions on Russia increasingly 'outrageous'
A senior Chinese government official says sanctions imposed by Western nations on Russia over Ukraine are increasingly "outrageous".
Will Putin lose even if he wins in Ukraine?
Russian president Vladimir Putin has badly failed to read the room by invading Ukraine, says historian and political scientist Dr Liana Fix, and there are several ways he could ultimately end up… Audio
"It's my duty to tell the world about Russia's war crimes"
Kyiv Independent journalist Asami Terajima had intended to remain in her home city of Kyiv as the conflict in Ukraine continued to play out, but escalating tensions in the capital forced her to flee… Audio
Russians board International Space Station in Ukrainian colours
Russian cosmonauts have arrived at the International Space Station wearing Ukrainian colours, in what may be a statement opposing the invasion.
Ukraine: 'Tanks in streets' as fighting hits Mariupol centre
Efforts to rescue hundreds of people trapped in the basement of a bombed theatre in the besieged city of Mariupol are being hampered by intense battles in the area, the mayor says.
Russia appears to have stalled in weeks long Ukraine invasion
The four-week long war in Ukraine continues, but Russian troops appear to have stalled in their advance on cities including the capital, Kyiv.
In Mariupol, the only city to fall so far, rescue work… Audio
Putin a 'war criminal', Biden says, as Russia kills more Ukrainian civilians
Joe Biden has labelled Vladimir Putin a 'war criminal' as the Russian leader continues his brutal invasion of Ukraine.
The Kremlin has responded calling the it 'unforgiveable rhetoric'.
Meanwhile… Audio
UK: Homes-for-Ukrainians scheme, PM seeks Saudi oil, Rockin' Rod's potholes
UK correspondent Matthew Parris joins Lynn to talk about the overwhelming response to the new homes-for Ukrainian-refugees scheme, the squatters who moved into a Russian oligarch's mansion, Boris… Audio
Disaster relief charity on Ukraine border
An estimated three million refugees have fled the war in Ukraine into neighbouring countries, including over 1.8 million into Poland. The international disaster relief charity Shelterbox has been on… Audio
Peace talks with Russia sounding 'more realistic' - Zelenskyy
There's a glimmer of hope for peace in Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy conceded NATO membership is unlikely for his country.
He says peace talks with Russia are beginning to "sound more… Audio
NATO plans for more troops on eastern flank after Russia's Ukraine invasion
NATO is set to tell its military commanders to draw up plans for new ways to deter Russia following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, including more troops and missile defences in eastern Europe…
Govt visa scheme for Ukraine refugees - does it go far enough?
The plan is open for one year and will allow Ukrainian-born New Zealand citizens and residents to sponsor a relative and their immediate family to come to this country. But Olha Viazenko, who has… Audio
How do New Zealand's sanctions against Russia work?
Parliament has passed historic legislation to impose sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, but how do they actually work? Audio
Ukrainian in Canterbury relieved after refugee visa announcement
Today the New Zealand Government announced we would be "offering shelter" for around 4000 people. Eugene Bidney left Ukraine when he was 16 years old and now lives in Canterbury but has family in… Audio
Ukrainian in Dunedin welcomes visa scheme for refugees
About 4000 Ukrainians could be offered safe haven in NZ under a special sponsorship scheme that would allow them to live here for two years.
From today so-called sponsors can apply to bring their… Video, Audio
Can China do more to stop Russia's war in Ukraine?
A month ago, Chinese leader Xi Jinping declared there was "no limit" to Beijing's newly strengthened relationship with Russia.
Russia reportedly asks China for help as global sanctions hit
Russia has reportedly turned to China for military help and economic relief - as sanctions bear down and its invasion of Ukraine continues.
Meanwhile a Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian military… Audio
How sanctions have changed everyday life in Russia
The US, UK and EU have imposed unprecedented financial penalties on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, and hundreds of companies have left the country.
What's driving Vladimir Putin?
People around the world are watching Russia's war on Ukraine in disbelief, wondering what's driving Vladimir Putin. Mr Putin calls the onslaught a "special military operation" to "demilitarize and… Audio
Protest flotilla arrayed outside Russian's Northland estate
A Ukraine Peace Flotilla has arrived outside the Northland home of Russian oligarch Alexander Abramov to protest.
