World Politics
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
China accused of being provocative over warships in Tasman Sea
China has been accused of being provocative by sending warships into the Tasman Sea - but New Zealand plays a part in United States moves that provoke Beijing. Phil Pennington spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Tense exchange held between Trump, Vance and Zelensky
An incredible exchange between Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump and J.D. Vance took place in the White House's Oval Office. Washington Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Ukrainian president meets with European leaders
The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with European leaders at a summit in London - for security talks. Europe correspondent Olly Barratt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Something has to change': US says Ukraine needs leader who will give up territory
A top White House official alleges Zelensky has "personal motivations".
Ukraine 'cannot survive' without ongoing US support, ambassador says
The Oval Office showdown between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was a "big shock", he says.
Kiwi Ukrainian watches Trump, Zelensky shouting match in horror
Olga Dubnytska believes the US President and Vice-President took advantage of the language barrier by "rudely interrupting" and "humiliating" Ukraine's President.
On the Korean peninsula, eerie noises drive people wild
They come from large speakers positioned on North Korea's side of the demilitarised zone, just under two kilometres away.
Musk's DOGE fires 'far-left' US federal tech team
The Trump administration has pulled the plug on a team of tech-savvy civil servants that helped build the IRS's free tax filing service and revamp government websites.
Aus opposition pledges A$3 billion fighter jet purchase
Australia will spend $3 billion (NZ$3.33b) to acquire dozens of extra joint-strike fighter jets if the federal opposition wins the looming election.
'Steadfast' Gazans begin second Ramadan amongst rubble
Gazan families sat among destroyed buildings as they broke their fast during the first day of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Audio
Defending media against defunding
The two main public media networks in the US are facing bids to de-fund them - as well as MAGA-driven inquiries into bias and how they do business.
Crowds cheer as Zelensky arrives at Downing Street for talks with UK PM
Zelensky responded that he had seen the hundreds of supporters gathered outside Downing Street.
France's Macron ready to discuss nuclear deterrence for Europe
France could help to protect other EU countries, given the security threats posed by Russia, he said.
Ukraine's Zelensky in Britain to meet PM Starmer and King Charles
It's a show of support for the Ukrainian leader who was publicly berated by Donald Trump in front of the world's media
Fact check: Zelensky has thanked the US at least 33 times
During a combative meeting US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance berated Zelensky for being insufficiently thankful. Here are 33 examples of the Ukrainian President thanking the US.
Kurdish PKK declares ceasefire ending 40-year conflict with Turkey
The ceasefire could end a conflict that has killed more than 40,000 people after the PKK launched its armed insurgency in 1984.
Trump's Zelensky outburst comes after weeks of frustration
The divide between the Ukrainian leader and the Trump White House has ballooned recently as talks over a much-anticipated Ukraine minerals deal got bogged down. Audio
NZ reaffirms support for Ukraine after disastrous White House meeting
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the way to peace is for Russia to end its "three-year long illegal and immoral war of aggression".
'There is only one winner': World reacts to Zelensky-Trump Oval Office clash
It prompted an outpouring of reaction from across the globe.
