Post-election coalition talks on ice in New Zealand
New Zealand prime minister-in-waiting Chris Luxon says he will wait until election results are final on November 3 before confirming his coalition government.
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Gaza braces as Israeli forces prepare ground assault
An expected ground assault by Israeli forces on Gaza is yet to begin amid fears of a widening of the recent conflict sparked by a surprise Hamas onslaught.
Hipkins loses election but finds love in NZ campaign
Outgoing New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said Labour could be proud of its six years in office but admitted it faces a tough spell in opposition.
Palestinians flee Gaza as Israel prepares for assault
As borders close and Hamas instructs Palestinians not to leave Gaza, Israel is preparing for 'the next stage' of its deadly retaliation.
Triumphant Luxon considers his New Zealand coalition
Prime Minister-elect Chris Luxon started his day watching the All Blacks' World Cup win before turning his mind to forming the next New Zealand government.
Zelenskiy, Dutch PM agree to boost Ukraine air defence
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy the Netherlands will provide Ukraine with patrol ships.
Luxon claims victory in National’s NZ ‘blue-nami’ win
Chris Luxon will become New Zealand's next prime minister as his centre-right National party wins the country's election.
Civilians flee Gaza City as Israel masses tanks, troops
Israel's 24-hour deadline for Gaza City residents to flee has passed, as Palestinians say aircraft have bombed parts of south and central Gaza overnight.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At least four dead, 80 hurt as train derails in India
At least four people are dead and dozens injured after a train derailed in the Indian state of Bihar.
UN on fact-finding mission to probe abuses in Sudan
The UN Human Rights Council are to investigate allegations of abuses in Sudan since war broke out in April.
Israel forms war cabinet, prepares Gaza ground assault
Israel has formed a war cabinet from both sides of parliament as it retaliates against the deadly Hamas incursion and prepares for a possible ground assault.
Ardern weighs in NZ election on child poverty, climate
The latest from the New Zealand campaign trail, with Labour and National competing for office ahead of the October 14 election.
Ardern return hint, NZ Labour suffers election setback
Poll leaders National and Labour are continuing their fight over fiscal plans as the race to form New Zealand's next government goes down to the wire.
Israel pounds Gaza with fiercest air strikes ever
Israel's warplanes have pounded Gaza with relentless bombardments following Hamas' weekend attack, despite the militants' pledge to execute captured Israelis.
Zelenskiy uses NATO visit to push for more support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has described the partnership between his country and Romania as key to "stability for Europe and beyond".
Israel pounds Gaza by air, Biden decries Hamas ‘evil’
Israel's embassy in the United States says the death toll from Hamas attacks has reached 1200 while Gazan health officials say 1055 have been killed there.
Zelenskiy visits Romania to talk security, boost ties
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has described the partnership between his country and Romania as key to "stability for Europe and beyond".
Israel razes Gaza districts despite Hamas threats
Israel's embassy in the United States says the death toll from Hamas attacks had surpassed 1000 while Gazan health officials say 830 have been killed there.
Israel secures Gaza border after fresh night of strikes
Israeli warplanes have pounded Gaza for another night and the military says it's reclaimed control of the border, while Hamas has threatened to kill hostages.
Ukraine forces make headway in east and south
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and other officials have denied suggestions by Western critics that Ukraine has failed to achieve its objectives.
Hamas ‘will kill captives’ if Israel strikes civilians
The violence in the Mideast, which has claimed more than 1500 lives, has prompted international declarations of support for Israel.
Clashes rage in Israel as death toll hits 1200
At least 700 people have been killed by Hamas attacks while Gazan authorities say 500 have died in Israeli strikes.
Schumer calls on Xi to support Israel after attacks
US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has told Xi Jinping that China's statement on the Hamas attack didn't show any support for Israel.
France to blame for any new Armenia clashes: Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's president has criticised the French government after it decided to send military aid to Armenia.
Search for survivors after Afghan quakes kill 2400
A series of earthquakes in north-western Afghanistan has left at least 2400 people dead, authorities say.