Conflict
Colorado man charged with federal hate crime after gasoline-bomb attack
The affidavit says the attack had been planned for more than a year.
Suspect in custody following 'targeted terror attack'
A man reportedly threw bottles containing flammable liquid at a demonstration in Boulder, Colorado.
Pentagon chief Hegseth warns of imminent China threat
"Beijing is credibly preparing to potentially use military force to alter the balance of power in the Indo Pacific," US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned, at a regional forum.
Britain plans six new weapons factories
Britain will build at least six new factories producing weapons and explosives as part of a major review of its defence capabilities.
US proposes 60-day ceasefire for Gaza
The plan includes sending aid to Gaza as soon as Hamas signs off on agreement.
Father of man killed in Ukraine calls for govt to speak out
The father of a man who died in Ukraine said his heart goes out to the familiy of a Christchurch man who also died there. It is understood Shan-Le Kearns was killed after several years fighting in… Audio
Israel accepts new US proposal for ceasefire with Hamas- Israeli official
Meanwhile, Hamas said it "was reviewing the new [US envoy Steve] Witkoff proposal".
The last heroic act of Kiwi killed in drone attack in Ukraine
Shan-Le Kearns, 26, was killed while rescuing wounded comrades . Audio
Aid group opens third distribution point in Gaza
But the UN says the amount of aid coming in still remains far below what is required to relieve the risk of famine.
Christchurch man killed in Ukraine
Foreign Affairs says it'll take time to gather information on the death of a New Zealander in Ukraine. The Weatherman Foundation missing-in-action programme's Lauren Guillaume spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
…Chaos in Gaza on first day of aid after weeks of hunger
Palestinians have been pushed towards famine after an 11-week blockade on aid.
Germany to help make long-range missiles for Ukraine
Germany has told Volodymyr Zelensky that it will help make long-range missiles to defend Ukraine from Russia. Journalist Shannon Redstall spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Trump warns Putin he's 'playing with fire'
The US president is considering new sanctions on Moscow as he vents his fury.
Palestinians wary as US-backed aid group begins operations in Gaza
Hamas says Israel is using the aid mechanism to gather intelligence, while United Nations agencies are boycotting the new company.
Russia seizes villages in northern Ukraine
The Russian advance intensifies pressure on stretched Ukrainian forces, while Kyiv tries to hold ground with the stalled peace process in mind.
Head of US Homeland Security arrives in Israel
Middle East correspondent Jacob Brown spoke to Lisa Owen about how the lack of humanitarian aid continues to be a major issue for Palestinians in Gaza - and how there are questions about the group… Audio
Russia launches war's largest air attack on Ukraine, kills at least 12 people
The assault came as Ukraine and Russia prepared to conduct the third and final day of a prisoner swap.
Russia launches largest air attack on Ukraine
Russia has carried out the largest air attack on Ukraine since the start of the war. Hundreds of missiles and drones were fired, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more. The BBC's James… Audio
Misinformation war rages online amid India-Pakistan tensions
Spreading like wildfire: The online deepfake war surrounding the conflict between India and Pakistan.
Russia, Ukraine soldier swap brings war-torn families back together
There should be 1000 prisoners released on each side over three days.