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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top terror alert after two Swedes shot dead in Brussels
Belgian police say two people are dead and a third person wounded in central Brussels after several shots were fired in the capital.
Biden to visit Israel for talks as Iran issues warning
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned Iran and Hezbollah and says Israelis should prepare for a long battle.
Hipkins set to stay as NZ Labour leader, Little resigns
Defeated leader Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" on his return to New Zealand's parliament after Labour's election loss.
Israel denies plan for Gaza ceasefire to allow aid in
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denied plans for a ceasefire in southern Gaza to allow aid to reach the enclave.
Hipkins poised to stay on as NZ Labour leader
Defeated leader Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" as he returns to New Zealand's parliament after Labour's election loss.
Diplomats renew calls for Gaza aid, Iran warns Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned Iran and Hezbollah and says Israelis should prepare for a long battle.
Israel warns Hezbollah as bid to reach Gaza truce fails
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned Iran and Hezbollah and says Israelis should prepare for a long battle.
Two Swedes shot dead in Brussels ‘terrorism’, says PM
Belgian police say two people are dead in central Brussels after several shots were fired in the country's capital.
Russia to try northeast breakthrough: Ukraine general
A Ukrainian general says Russian forces are aiming to break through defences in the country's northeast.
Post-election coalition intrigue 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.
Gaza crossing to open as Israeli troops prepare assault
A massive stockpile of much-needed aid for Gaza that has been held up in Egypt may be able to reach the enclave with a key border crossing tipped to reopen.
Netanyahu vows to demolish Hamas, as Gazans urged south
Palestinians are being urged not to leave Gaza by Hamas, despite Israel being on the verge of unleashing a massive ground offensive.
Putin says Russia’s position in Ukraine is improving
President Vladimir Putin has taken to Moscow state television to decry Ukraine's counteroffensive and declare Russia's hold on the country to be improving.
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.
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.