New Ukraine army chief outlines plan of attack
Ukraine's new army chief says his immediate goals include improving the rotation of troops out of the front lines and harnessing the power of new technology
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Israel prepares assault on Rafah amid ‘bloodbath’ fears
Israel's military is coming up with a plan to evacuate the southern Gaza city of Rafah but aid agencies warn a ground attack could lead to mass civilian deaths.
Pakistan ex-PMs Sharif and Khan both claim poll win
Nawaz Sharif has declared victory in Pakistan's elections and is seeking to form a government despite his party trailing supporters of jailed rival Imran Khan.
Trump wins Nevada, Virgin Islands: Rep nomination close
Donald Trump is closing in on the Republican presidential nomination, easily winning caucuses in Nevada and the Virgin Islands.
Biden won’t face charges over docs, says memory is fine
President Joe Biden won't be charged over his handling of secret papers, but he's hit back at a prosecutor who called him an "elderly man with a poor memory".
Imran Khan’s supporters lead in Pakistan election
Independents loyal to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan are picking up seats in the Pakistan national election.
Ukraine replaces army chief at difficult time in war
After months of speculation of a rift, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ousted army chief and national hero Valeriy Zaluzhnyi in a leadership shake-up.
‘Over the top’: Biden says of Israel’s military action
Israel appears to be targeting the southern city of Rafah where up to 1.4 million Gazans are seeking refuge, a day after rejecting a proposed ceasefire.
Nine killed as violence mars Pakistan election
Violence has marred Pakistan's national election with no clear result expected until at least Friday.
Gaza ceasefire hopes alive with more talks planned
Israel has rejected Hamas demands in a proposed four-and-a-half-month ceasefire plan, calling them "delusional", but the United States remains hopeful.
‘It means a great deal’: William thankful for support
Prince William has returned to royal duties for the first time since his father King Charles revealed his cancer diagnosis and his wife was hospitalised.
Russia pounds Avdiivka, fires missiles at Kyiv
Russian forces are pounding an area in eastern Ukraine but have also launched missiles at major cities including Kyiv.
Fresh missile strikes as Ukraine extends martial law
Russia has launched fresh air strikes on Kyiv after Ukraine's parliament backed extending martial law in the country by a further 90 days.
Prince William back to work as Charles and Harry meet
Prince William is set to resume official duties after his wife's surgery and the King's cancer diagnosis.
Luxon strives for unity amid Waitangi Day unease
New Zealanders are marking the 184th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with their national day as PM Chris Luxon urges unity.
Fires kill 123 in Chile, toll expected to keep rising
At least 123 people have been killed by forest fires in central Chile, officials say.
Israel presses Gaza onslaught as US pursues ceasefire
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has held a meeting with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid hopes for a truce in Gaza.
Palace says King has cancer, to undergo treatment
King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, Buckingham Palace has announced as reports say Prince Harry will visit his father in coming days.
Ukraine president confirms mulling dismissing army head
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said in an interview he is considering replacing Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi as part of a shake-up.
Heckles and boos for New Zealand government at Waitangi
Unapologetic speeches from New Zealand ministers Winston Peters and David Seymour have drawn heckles and boos at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
Yemen’s Houthis vow response after US, UK strikes
The United States says its forces have targeted 13 locations across Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen following the rebels' attacks on commercial ships.
Swift makes Grammys history with fourth album honour
Taylor Swift has won the Grammy for album of the year, becoming the only artist to take the prize four times.
US unveils $118b bill for border security, military aid
Senate negotiators have released a sweeping bipartisan border security deal that is aimed at discouraging migrants from crossing the US-Mexico border.
Chile forest fires kill 99 as hundreds remain missing
Chile President Gabriel Boric says forest fires in the country's centre have killed at least 64 people.
Hamas hounds Israeli forces in main Gaza cities
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told a cabinet meeting that 17 of Hamas' 24 combat battalions have been dismantled.
Zelenskiy visits front line amid speculation on general
Ukrainian officials say President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has visited the army's forward positions near the frontline village of Robotyne.
Waitangi flashpoint arrives for NZ’s Luxon government
Tens of thousands of people are expected at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for NZ's national day as the government is interrogated over policy for Maori.
US, Britain carry out fresh missile strikes in Yemen
US and British forces have hit buried weapons storage facilities and missile systems and launchers in a fresh round of strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Fires kill at least 51 in Chile, toll likely to rise
Authorities are concerned the death toll from forest fires raging across Chile will rise.
Fires kill at least 46 in Chile, toll likely to rise
Authorities are concerned the death toll from forest fires raging across Chile will rise.
Russia says 28 killed in Ukrainian attack on bakery
A Ukrainian air strike on a bakery in Russia-controlled Lysychansk -allegedly involving United States rockets - has killed 28 people, Moscow says.