Israeli strikes hammer Gaza after Hamas frees hostages
The bombardment of Gaza continues after Hamas released two hostages, with Israel's prime minister vowing to "fight until victory".
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US boosts Mideast defence, Israel hits Gaza and beyond
Israeli has struck Syria's airports and continues to pound Gaza as the US bolsters defence of its troops in the Middle East as fears rise of wider conflict.
Six killed in missile attack on Kharkiv postal centre
Six postal workers have been killed after a missile hit a distribution centre in north-eastern Ukraine.
Israeli air strikes pound Gaza as ground invasion looms
A district of northern Gaza has been levelled as Israeli continues pounding the Palestinian enclave, with troops told to expect an order to invade soon.
Biden asks Americans for billions more dollars for wars
US President Joe Biden has declared it is "vital for America's national security" for Israel and Ukraine to succeed in their wars.
Trump ‘not immune’ from charges in 2020 election case
Prosecutors say Donald Trump is "not above the law", urging a judge to reject efforts to dismiss charges of plotting to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
Xi warns against China decoupling, lauds Belt and Road
Russia's Vladimir Putin was prominent at a Beijing forum where President Xi Jinping criticised Western efforts to reduce dependence on the Chinese economy.
China growth shows economic recovery gaining traction
Faster growth in China's economy than expected over the third quarter suggests a recent flurry of policy measures is helping to bolster a tentative recovery.
Russia downs Ukraine missile over Crimea: governor
Russia's Black Sea fleet has repelled a missile attack, the governor of Sevastopol says.
British PM visits Israel as Gaza bombardment continues
Israel has continued its punishing bombardment of Gaza as the British prime minister visited Tel Aviv in a show of solidarity.
Sudan’s paramilitary RSF gain, seek to cement control
Eyewitnesses say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces is attempting to move southward towards Sudan's Gezira state, a key agricultural area.
At least 10 killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine
A general in charge of Ukraine's operations in the south says troops are proceeding with their planned advance towards the Sea of Azov.
Egypt to reopen Gaza crossing for aid convoy, US says
The president of Egypt has agreed to reopen its crossing to the Gaza Strip, the US says as a humanitarian crisis worsens in the Palestinian enclave.
Ukraine claims gains against Russian forces in south
The Ukrainian parliament has given initial approval to a law that would ban the Ukrainian Orthodox Church while the country's army claims gains in the south.
Israeli troops will soon see Gaza from inside: minister
Israel's defence minister has told soldiers they will soon see Gaza from the inside and "the command will come".
WHO says it needs urgent access to Gaza to deliver aid
The World Health Organisation is seeking to gain access to Gaza to deliver aid and medical supplies after Israeli air strikes killed and injured thousands.
Biden meets Israeli PM amid Gaza hospital blast outrage
US President Joe Biden has met with Israel's prime minister but was snubbed by Arab leaders who called off a summit following a huge blast at a Gaza hospital.
Ukraine uses long-range missiles against Russian forces
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says US-provided long-range Army Tacticle Missile System missiles have been used for the first time.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.
Hipkins to stay as NZ Labour leader, as Little resigns
Defeated Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" and will stay as Labour leader - at least for the meantime.
Biden to visit Israel on Wednesday, Blinken confirms
US President Joe Biden will hold talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel.
Biden to visit Israel amid humanitarian crisis in Gaza
President Joe Biden's visit to Israel will mark a significant show of US support for its top Middle East ally as it prepares the next stage of its offensive.
Suspect in Brussels killings shot dead by police
Belgian police have gunned down an armed suspect following the fatal shooting of two Swedish nationals in Brussels.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy marks 600th day of Russian invasion
Russia's defence minister stated in a report marking 600 days since the start of the war that Ukrainian forces suffered a loss of 1500 armoured vehicles.
US judge bars Trump from criticising prosecutors
A federal US judge overseeing the 2020 election subversion case against Donald Trump has imposed a narrow gag order on him.
Hipkins hits NZ Nats on Maori record as election nears
As Australia considers its relationship with its indigenous people, so too is New Zealand where Maori issues are central to its general election.
No let up in Gaza siege until hostages freed: Israel
The Red Cross says fuel for hospital generators could run out in hours as Gazans made homeless by Israeli bombings shelter in schools.
Man held as Singapore-Perth flight returns over threat
An Australian man has reportedly been arrested by Singaporean police after a Scoot plane bound for Perth returned to Singapore because of a bomb threat.
Civilians told to leave Gaza as Israeli operation looms
Israel's military has told civilians of Gaza City to evacuate "for your own safety" and distance themselves from Hamas as a "significant operation" looms.
Fierce fighting rages around Avdiivka in Ukraine’s east
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukrainian forces are holding their ground on the third day of battle for the eastern town of Avdiivka.
All signs point to National win as NZ campaign ends
Chris Luxon's National party is poised to win the New Zealand election, ending six years of Labour-led governments.