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.
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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.
Israel retaliates after Hamas attacks, deaths pass 1100
At least 700 people have been killed in the country by Hamas attacks while Gazan authorities say 413 have died in Israeli strikes.
Death toll from Afghan earthquakes climbs to 2053
A Taliban government spokesman says the death toll from strong earthquakes that shook western Afghanistan has jumped to more than 2000.
Russia says Ukraine missile attack over Crimea thwarted
Russian officials say their air defence systems have destroyed a Ukrainian S-200 anti-aircraft missile involved in an attempted attack on Crimea.
Israel pounds Gaza after Hamas raid as conflict spirals
More than 700 Israelis and Palestinians are dead after Hamas launched what Israel calls "a cruel and wicked war" and claimed it had taken many Israeli captives.
Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s Odesa grain facility
Moscow has launched another drone and missile attack on port infrastructure in Odesa, in southern Ukraine.
Israel ‘at war’ as Hamas gunmen launch surprise attack
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is "in a war and we will win it" after Hamas gunmen entered the country in an unprecedented attack.
Jailed Iran activist Mohammadi wins Nobel Peace Prize
The United Nations Human Rights Office has urged Iranian authorities to free rights advocate Narges Mohammadi, who has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.