Conflict
Ariana Grande concert bombing could have been stopped - inquiry
The head of MI5 said he was "profoundly sorry" the security service did not prevent the 2017 Manchester Arena attack.
AUKUS deal: Australia assures US nuclear submarine technology safe
Australia has assured Washington that US technology will be safe under a plan to supply it with nuclear-powered submarines in a tripartite deal also including Britain, Canberra's ambassador to the US…
Why the world's other crises don't see the same response as Ukraine
Opinion - The treatment of Ukrainian refugees exposes a humanitarian double standard that has channelled vital funding away from equally deserving crises, Ritesh Shah writes.
Netanyahu under pressure from US, Israeli protests grow
Israel's closest ally has demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repudiate a call by his hardline finance minister for a Palestinian village to be erased.
'Sad to feel our parents are second-class': Conflict denies loved ones visas to visit
Middle Eastern families say they feel like their whānau, already suffering in war-torn zones, are being punished again - as the conflicts are being given as the reason they cannot travel here.
Criteria widened for Ukrainians fleeing war who want to settle in Aotearoa
The government has extended the application window for the 2022 Special Ukraine Visa by another year.
Ukraine commander visits besieged Bakhmut as Medvedev warns of 'apocalypse'
Colonel general Oleksandr Syrskyi visited besieged Bakhmut to boost morale.
Professor Al Gillespie: Ukraine and the world one year on
As the West remains resolute in its opposition to the invasion of Ukraine, many are wondering where Russia might look for support. Al Gillespie is a Professor of Law, specialising in international law… Audio
Norman Hermant: Russia, Putin and the war one year on
Vladimir Putin's plans for a swift victory a year ago failed spectacularly. But now, Russia's president appears to be preparing for round two. We gauge the mood inside Russia with former ABC Moscow… Audio
Defence Minister praises 'incredible spirit of resistance' from Ukrainians over past year
Ukraine is strong, but cannot win its war with Russia alone - that's the message those gathered in Wellington heard today.
Govt announces further Russia sanctions on anniversary of invasion
The latest round of sanctions targets 87 individuals, targeting individuals with strategic relevance to Russia and proximity to Vladimir Putin. Audio
Ukrainians fleeing war seek certainty on visa extension
It is a year since Russia invaded Ukraine, and the largest movement of refugees in Europe since World War II began.
Gunman turns fire on US journalists, mother and child
A gunman has opened fire on journalists reporting a murder in Florida, killing one, before fatally shooting a child and wounding her mother, US authorities say.
Australia has taken out 'hive' of spies, security chief says
Australia has busted a "hive" of spies operating in the country for years, its intelligence chief says.
North Korea fires ballistic missiles, warns of turning Pacific into 'firing range'
North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles off its east coast, South Korea's military says.
US warns China against aiding Russia with Ukraine invasion
The US has warned China of consequences should it provide support to Russia in its invasion of Ukraine, US officials say.
Time to ramp up support for Iranian people, toppled Shah's son says
A group of exiled Iranians will increase support for opposition movements in the country, the last heir to the Iranian monarchy says.
EU leaders probe possibility of joint arms purchases for Ukraine
Foreign ministers are expected to discuss the idea of joint procurement of artillery shells needed by Kyiv on Monday.
At least 53 killed in attack in Syria blamed on Islamic State
At least 53 civilians were killed in an attack in Syria's central desert province of Homs, state media says, blaming Islamic State.
Jack Watling: Renewed Russian offensive may have begun
As reports continue to come through of Russian preparations for a renewed offensive on the anniversary of the original invasion of Ukraine, we talk to New Zealander Dr Jack Watling, senior research… Audio
