War
'We will liberate Ukraine, we will win' - Pres Zelenskyy tells NZ parliament
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a plea to Aotearoa to keep supporting his country, which was invaded by Russia nearly 10 months ago.
This morning, President Zelensky became the… Audio
'The time has come': Ukrainian leader calls on NZ for contribution
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has delivered an address to New Zealand's Parliament this morning and the government has pledged an additional $3 million of humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
International relations expert on Zelensky speech
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked New Zealand for its support during the Russian invasion.
Appearing via videolink, Mr Zelenskyy told Parliament this morning he was grateful for… Audio
Volodymyr Zelensky set to speak to NZ parliament
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky will address parliament on Wednesday.
Parliament will sit at 8am and hear a 10 minute address from Zelensky, via video link.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and… Audio
New sanctions on Iranians over weapons supply to Russia
New Zealand has imposed sanctions on Iranian individuals and an entity involved in the manufacture and supply of drones to Russia.
Geoffrey Miller: What to expect from Zelensky's speech to the NZ parliament
Opinion - As New Zealand's foreign policy year draws to a close, it seems fitting that Volodymyr Zelensky will have the final word, Geoffrey Miller writes.
NZDF soldier on training Ukrainians in UK
From anaesthetists to builders, Ukrainians are signing up to join their armed forces to defend their homeland from the Russian invasion. Several hundred have just finished training with New Zealand… Audio
Ukraine war: US says Iran now Russia's 'top military backer'
Russia and Iran's relationship has warmed to a fully fledged defence partnership, the US has said.
Putin says Russia could cut oil production over West's 'stupid' price cap
Putin says Russia will not sell oil to countries that impose price cap.
Ukraine war: Russian missile strikes force emergency power shutdowns
President Zelensky says Ukraine's power grid needs to be stabilised after another wave of deadly Russian strikes.
G7 price cap on Russian oil kicks in, Russia will only sell at market price
The Group of Seven price cap on Russian seaborne oil is now in force as the West attempts to limit Moscow's ability to finance its war in Ukraine.
Ukraine war: Price cap on Russian oil will hit Putin immediately - US
A new cap on the price of Russian oil will "immediately cut into Putin's most important source of revenue," the US says.
Gate Pā reserve to be reclassified
On Monday, Tauranga City Council voted to reclassify part of the Gate Pā Recreation Reserve to establish a National Institute of the New Zealand Land Wars. Ngai Tamarawaho representative and historian… Audio
Washington plans aid to help Ukraine restore power after Russian strikes on grid
The US is to announce new aid to help Ukraine restore electricity as its people face another week of brutal cold and darkness.
Snow to blanket Kyiv, temperatures drop below freezing as power still in short supply
Heavy snowfall is expected in Kyiv while millions in and around the capital remain with little electricity and heat.
Lina Abu Akleh: justice for the death of her journalist aunt
It's six months since renowned Palestinian Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed while reporting in the occupied West Bank. Initially, the Israeli military denied involvement but have… Audio
US monitoring alleged executions in Ukraine, war crimes envoy says
Washington's envoy for war crimes says the US is monitoring allegations of Ukrainian forces summarily executing Russian prisoners of war.
'Close call' in shelling near nuclear reactor on Ukraine's frontline
Ukraine narrowly escaped disaster during fighting at the weekend that rocked Europe's largest atomic power plant with a barrage of shells.
Defence Minister to discuss funding weapons for Ukraine with Cabinet
The Defence Minister says New Zealand could help fund more equipment - and possibly weapons - for Ukraine. Audio
'They know we're coming for them' - Former NZ soldier says a Ukrainian victory feels possible
A former New Zealand soldier fighting in Ukraine says Russian morale is low, and a Ukrainian victory feels entirely possible. Audio
