Conflict
Iran ambassador to NZ on US strikes
The US airstrikes come amid increasing violence in the Middle East, with Israel and Iran trading missiles for more than a week now. Iran ambassador to New Zealand Reza Nazarahari spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ sends Hercules to Middle East as conflict escalates
New Zealand is sending a C130-J Hercules to the Middle East to bring back New Zealanders stuck in Israel and Iran, it will have to wait until the air space has reopened. University of Waikato expert… Audio
US politicians divided over US strikes on Iran
In the US, several Republicans have posted statements in support of Donald Trump's move, while others say the President should have sought congressional approval first. POLITICO's Senior Legal Affairs… Audio
US claims it has devastated Iran's nuclear programme
The United States says it has devastated Iran's nuclear programme, after its military bombed three nuclear sites on Sunday. Tel Aviv correspondent Trent Murray has more. Audio
Former NZDF lieutenant colonel on US attack on Iran
A former lieutenant colonel with the New Zealand defence force says plans for the US attack on Iran's nuclear facilities must have been in motion for months. Josh Wineera spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
NZ Jewish community on Israel - Iran conflict
Israel and Iran have continued to fire on each other, with Israel saying it's targeting Iran's missile stockpile. New Zealand Jewish community Ben Kepes spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Defence Force plane to help NZers in Iran and Israel
A Defence Force Hercules leaves Auckland on Monday bound for an undisclosed location in case it can help New Zealanders stranded in Iran and Israel. Audio
US strikes nuclear facilities in Iran
The US struck three nuclear facilities in Iran on Sunday. BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
The unspoken bond between Soldier and Horse
New Zealand-produced film Devils on Horses reveals the deep bond between soldiers and their horses during WWI. Audio
US moves B-2 bombers as Trump weighs Iran options
B-2 bombers are the only planes capable of carrying the type of bomb that could destroy Iran's underground Fordow nuclear facility.
War in the Middle East: What the future might look like
Where on earth might the situation in the Middle East be going? Audio
Iran digs in on nukes, vows 'devastating' retaliation amid Israeli attacks
Tehran says Iran won't halt its nuclear programme as Israel's strikes continue, killing top commanders.
Who are Iran's allies? Would any help if the US joins Israel in its war?
Analysis: Over the past two years, Israel has dealt significant blows to Iran's "axis of resistance", writes Ali Mamouri for The Conversation.
Iran and Israel launch new attacks
It comes as Tehran said it would not negotiate over its nuclear programme while under threat.
Watch: Pro-Palestinian activists damage UK military planes
Two activists broke into the Brize Norton base, spraying red paint into the engines of the Voyager aircraft and damaging them with crowbars.
'It feels like a missile is following me': Iranians say daily life filled with fear and distrust
After days of tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran, for the civilians caught up in Israel's bombing campaign, life is filled with uncertainty.
Iranian nuclear site hit, while missiles damage Israeli hospital
President Donald Trump has teased the US may enter the conflict to help depose Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 19 June 2025
In today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks about plans to evacuate New Zealanders from Israel and Iran. Donald Trump is leaving open the possibility he'll step into the fighting… Audio
'I may do it. I may not': Trump on bombing Iran
As Iran's Supreme Leader rules out surrender, the US President says he has run out of patience. Audio
NZ embassy staff and families evacuated from Tehran
The embassy in the Iranian capital has been temporarily closed due to the war with Israel. Audio
