War
Palestinian militants hand over three more Israeli hostages
The trio are being released in return for 110 Palestinian prisoners, including 30 minors.
UNICEF ramps up aid into Gaza following ceasefire
Many Palestinians are returning home to only rubble, but an agreement between Israel and Hamas has boosted recovery efforts. Audio
Australian soldier Oscar Jenkins believed to be alive in Russian captivity
The 32-year-old was initially believed to have been killed by Russian forces after video emerged of his capture last month.
'We will never give up': Ukraine ambassador on war with Russia
Vasyl Myroshnychenko says Russia has not been able to achieve any of its original goals set on its invasion of his country. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 29 January
On today's episode, veteran activist John Minto is promoting a hotline for Kiwis to "report" holidaying Israelis who may have served in their country's military, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says… Audio
Jewish Council on hotline to report holidaying Israelis
The Jewish Council says a campaign to name and shame Israeli tourists thought to have served in the Israeli army is unconscionable. Spokesperson Juliet Moses spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Thousands of Gazans head home as ceasefire continues
Thousands of Gazans are continuing the long journey back to their homes as the ceasefire with Israel holds for a tenth day. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Winston Peters on hotline to report Israelis holidaying in NZ who may have served in military
The Human Rights Commission has received at least 100 complaints about the digital flyer, that asks the public to help "track" soldiers down and "let them know they're not welcome here". Foreign… Audio
Activist promotes hotline to report holidaying Israelis who may have served in the military
Veteran activist John Minto is promoting a hotline for Kiwis to "report" holidaying Israelis who may have served in their country's military. Minto spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 January 2025
On today's episode, economists are critical of the government's plans for economic growth by focusing on tourism, Kiribati could lose out on more than $100 million in aid after leaving Deputy Prime… Audio
Trump suggests he wants to 'clean out' Gaza Strip
The US president has proposed building houses and moving more than 1 million Palestinians to neighbouring countries.
UNRWA says it has been ordered to stop East Jerusalem operations
It comes after Israeli lawmakers passed a law banning the UN refugee agency from the country.
Congo severs ties with Rwanda as conflict escalates
Nine of its peacekeepers had been killed amid a surge in fighting with Rwanda-backed rebels.
Hamas hands four Israeli hostages over to Red Cross
The soldiers, abducted on 7 October 2023, were seen waving and smiling before being transported to Israeli forces.
Hamas names next four hostages to be released
The four - all young female soldiers - are expected to be returned this weekend.
Israel delays withdrawal of troops from Lebanon
Troops will remain beyond the 60-day cut-off stipulated in the ceasefire deal with Hezbollah.
North Korea suspected of preparing to send more troops to Russia
The escalating cooperation comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Pyongyang in June 2024.
Ian Martyn: Medals Reunited
Ian Martyn founded Medals Reunited 15 years ago. He not only traces their history, and discovers some of the incredible stories behind them, but reunites them with their families. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 23 January 2025
On today's episode, Maori Development Minister Tama Potaka's new-look Waitangi Tribunal has been labelled a "whitewash" by Te Pati Maori, just days after US President Donald Trump's inauguration - the… Audio
Israel launches major military campaign in West Bank
Hamas has called for residents to "mobilise and escalate the clash with the occupation army at all points of contact" in response.
