World Politics
International Court of Justice hearings begin on Israel's occupation
While Israel is pursuing its war against Hamas in Gaza, the International Court of Justice in the Hague has begun hearings on whether Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories since the Six Day… Audio
BBC World lookahead with Rich Preston
The Netherlands challenge Israel at the International Court of Justice and the world reacts to the sudden death of Alexei Nalvany, one of Russian president Vladimir Putin's greatest domestic critics.
…Gaza and Ukraine the focus of Munich Security Conference
The wars taking place in Gaza and Ukraine were the hot topics among politicians, diplomats, and defence industry representatives at the three day Munich Security Conference, which wrapped up… Audio
Putin critic dies in custody
The death of Alexei Navalny - an imprisoned and outspoken critic of Russia's president Vladimir Putin - is prompting human rights experts to ask who's next.
The penal colony where Mr. Navalny died… Audio
How big tech is fighting deceptive AI as billions go to the polls
The world's biggest tech companies have signed an accord committing them to fighting content that deceives.
UN likely to vote on Gaza ceasefire, US signals veto
The UN is likely to vote on an Algerian push to demand an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, say diplomats, a move the US signalled it would veto.
Is Australia 'asleep at the wheel' as China ramps up presence in Antarctica?
When China opened its fifth research station in Antarctica this month, analysts sounded alarm bells about potential security threats on Australia's southern doorstep.
Luxon makes swift exit from Big Gay Out after Gaza protest
The Prime Minister earlier told press how much he enjoyed attending the Pride festival each year.
Putin to blame for Navalny's death - Luxon
The Prime Minister has joined Joe Biden and other world leaders in blaming Russia's president for the dissident's death.
Democrats relieved as Manchin rules out White House bid
When Joe Manchin, one of the most high-profile centrists in US politics, announced he would not be running for president on Friday, you could almost hear the sigh of relief from the Biden campaign.
Luxon, Peters pay tribute to Navalny
There has been widespread condemnation of Navalny's death in a Russian penal colony from around the world.
Europe correspondent Thomas Sparrow on reports of Russian dissident's death
Russia's most significant opposition leader, and vocal critic of President Vladimir Putin - Alexei Navalny - is reported to have died in an Arctic Circle jail, aged 47. Audio
Ukraine Russia war: US warns Avdiivka could fall
The US has warned that Russia could seize Ukraine's key eastern town of Avdiivka - the scene of some of the fiercest fighting in recent months.
India court scraps controversial poll finance bonds
India's top court has struck down a scheme that allowed people to make anonymous donations to political parties, calling it unconstitutional.
Australia pressuring New Zealand to upgrade Defence Force
Air Marshal Kevin Short says Australia is reshaping its Defence Force for "a singular threat from a singular direction" - and is clear about what it wants from NZ.
NZ joins call urging Israel not to move into Rafah
A joint statement says a military operation into Rafah would be "catastrophic" and Israel must listen to its friends and the international community.
Alejandro Mayorkas: House votes to impeach homeland security secretary
The House of Representatives has narrowly voted to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, making him the first cabinet member to face impeachment in nearly 150 years.
Imran Khan's rivals reach deal to form government
PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif plans to nominate his brother Shehbaz Sharif to be prime minister.
Trump's campaign from a courtroom
The convoluted legal troubles of former -- and maybe future -- US President Donald Trump are playing out in court rooms across America Audio
Trump seeks Supreme Court pause in 2020 election case
Ex-US president Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to suspend a lower court ruling that he does not have presidential immunity from prosecution.
