War
Direct challenge to Putin
A direct challenge from Russia's Wagner fighters to Vladimir Putin is showing the cracks in the President's authority.
An extraordinary escalation saw mercenaries seize two major Russian cities and… Audio
Wagner group rebellion
A dramatic threat to the Kremlin was abruptly called off yesterday, following the biggest challenge to President Vladimir Putin's authority in two decades.
The head of the Wagner mercenary group… Audio
Emergency security measures in Moscow
Emergency security measures remain in place in Moscow, a day after a short-lived rebellion that was the biggest challenge yet to President Putin's authority in Russia.
The anti-terror measures were… Audio
Europe: Wagner mercenary group causes chaotic days in Russia
It's been a chaotic few days in Russia, after the Wagner mercenary group - which has been leading the most brutal battles in Ukraine - launched a mutiny on Moscow. And as soon as it started, the… Audio
Inside Wagner chief's 24 hours of chaos in Russia
For one long June night and a day, Russia's notorious mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin staged an apparent insurrection, raising questions about Vladimir Putin's grip on power.
World watches as mercenary army turns on Putin
Rebel Wagner forces appear to be halfway to Moscow from the city of Rostov, which they claim to control, with reports that Russian army helicopters are firing upon the rebel forces.
What you need to know: Russian internal conflict begins to boil over
A fuse appears to have been lit between Russia's leadership and the outspoken Wagner mercenary leader, with mercenaries entering a Russian city. RNZ's Jeremy Rees looks at what we know so far.
Nick McKenzie: Ben Roberts-Smith - the war hero turned criminal
Earlier this month Australia's most decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith lost his defamation case against three newspapers who reported he had murdered civilians in Afghanistan. While not a criminal… Audio
WW II footage available to the public for the first time
A collection of wartime footage capturing military life in New Zealand during World War II has been made available to the public for the first time. Richard Benge, chair of the Kapiti US Marine Trust… Audio
Jack Watling: Ukraine Conflict update
Dr Jack Watling is joining us again on the situation in Ukraine as the battles resume with improved weather on the ground, and a long summer of warfare seeming to be in store. Audio
Putin confirms first nuclear weapons moved to Belarus
Russia has already stationed a first batch of tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, Vladimir Putin says.
Russian missile attack kills six in Ukrainian president's hometown
At least six people were killed in a Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's hometown of Kryvyi Rih today, officials said.
'A horrendous and gut-wrenching situation' in Sudan - former journalist
The vicious power struggle between Sudan's rival military leaders is raging on, now in its eighth week. Audio
State of emergency in Ukraine after dam was destroyed
A huge dam in the Russian-controlled area of southern Ukraine has been destroyed, unleashing a flood of water.
Ukraine's military and Nato have accused Russia of blowing up the dam, while Russia has… Audio
Journalist Nick McKenzie on Australian defamation case and the 'unreliable' NZ soldier witness
A former New Zealand solider who gave key evidence in a trial centred around a now disgraced former Australian SAS soldier has been deemed an unreliable and dishonest witness, by the trial judge.
Ben… Video, Audio
Claims and retorts over Ukraine counter-offensive against Russia
Has it started or not? Tonight claims and counter claims about the much anticipated counter offensive in Ukraine.
The Russians claim to have repelled attacks on two fronts by the Ukraine military.
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Russia says it thwarted major Ukrainian offensive
Russia's defence ministry says it has thwarted a major Ukrainian offensive and killed 250 Ukrainian troops.
The war in Ukraine is escalating - and NZ won't escape the consequences
Opinion - Russia's war with Ukraine is now at a critical turning point. The relentless missile and drone strikes on the capital Kyiv may look like a sign of strength, but appearances can be deceiving.
US says more nuclear arms not needed to deter Russia, China
The United States does not need more nuclear weapons to deter the combined forces of Russia and China, a top adviser said on Friday.
Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by new massive Russian drone attack
Russia has carried out a new massive drone attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv.
