New Zealand’s Interislander ferry runs aground
Tugboats will attempt to refloat the Aratere after an Interislander ferry ran aground in New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds.
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West provoked invasion of Ukraine: UK’s Nigel Farage
Politicians from across the spectrum have spoken out against right-wing UK reformist Nigel Farage's claim the West provoked Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Russian bombs kill three, injures 29 in Kharkiv
Three people are dead and dozens more injured after Russian bombs destroyed an apartment building in Ukraine's second largest city of Kharkiv.
Russian air strike damages Ukrainian power facilities
Kyiv says it needs air defence systems as sirens sound across Ukraine amid a barrage of Russian strikes targeting energy generation facilities.
Russia considering changing nuclear doctrine: Putin
Russia is reconsidering is nuclear weapons doctrine, Russian President Vladimir Putin says, as Ukrainian prosecutors reported a Russian attack on Donetsk.
Israeli forces intensify bombardment across Gaza
Israel appears to be trying to complete its capture of Rafah as pounding areas across the Gaza Strip and engages in fierce battles with Hamas-led fighters.
Russia hits Ukraine grid as Kyiv drones target depots
Russia has launched a new barrage of missiles and drones at Ukraine's power structures while Kyiv struck again at Moscow's oil industry.
UK Labour warns no ‘magic wand’ as polls tip landslide
Three opinion polls predict UK Labour will romp into power in the British election but leader Keir Starmer warns voters to keep their expectations in check.
Israel pounds central Gaza camps, deepens Rafah push
Three historical refugee camps have been struck by Israeli forces in central Gaza while tanks have continued to move further into the southern city of Rafah.
Seoul calls Russian ambassador as Korean tensions rise
Korean tensions have risen as Seoul summoned Russia's ambassador over a security pact with Pyongyang and border incursions led to threats and warning shots.
Trump lawyers challenge prosecutor Smith’s appointment
Donald Trump's lawyers have urged a judge to dismiss a case against the former president, arguing Special Counsel Jack Smith was not properly appointed.
Israeli PM Netanyahu disbands his inner war cabinet
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet, an Israeli official says.
Putin continues defence ministry purge, employs niece
Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to sack four defence ministers and appoint a relative is a signal he wants to clear out wastage and corruption.
Netanyahu disbands war cabinet after key partner bolted
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to hold smaller consultations after disbanding his six-strong war cabinet.
Putin vows security with N Korea beyond reach of West
Russia has gone out of its way to publicise its relationship with North Korea since the start of the war in Ukraine with Vladimir Putin due to visit on Tuesday.
Israel expects to get US arms, IDF ‘warned of attack’
A report by public broadcaster Kan says Israel's military intelligence warned of an attack two weeks before an assault by Hamas on October 7.
Billionaire UK political donor switches to back Labour
Former Conservative donor John Caudwell says he will back the Labour Party at the upcoming United Kingdom general election.
Sudan and UAE clash at United Nations over civil war
United Nations delegates from Sudan and the United Arab Emirates have sparred during a debate on the conflict in the African country.
Putin signs partnership pact with Kim on N.Korea visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un have agreed to a mutual security deal as both face stand-offs with the US and its allies.
People flee as Israeli tanks push deeper into Rafah
Families have fled as Israeli forces moved further into the Gaza city of Rafah, while an Israel-Hamas ceasefire remains out of reach after eight months of war.
Hundreds die during Hajj pilgrimage amid intense heat
Saudi Arabia has not commented on the death toll amid the heat during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, required of every able Muslim once in their life.
Israeli tanks push into Rafah, Hezbollah issues warning
An Israeli air strike has reportedly killed 12 people waiting for convoys of aid trucks in the Gaza Strip's south while Hezbollah has warned of a wider war.
Conservatives set for heavy UK election defeat: polls
A poll suggests UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak could lose his seat at a general election in which surveys indicate Labour will trounce the Conservatives.
NZ PM Luxon heads home after blunder-ful Japan trip
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has labelled some Kiwi business leaders as the "C-List" in a gaffe revealing his fondness for the political fight.
NZDF plane fails again, strands delegation in PNG
Dozens of senior New Zealand business leaders were stuck in Papua New Guinea overnight after a plane failure hit the mission led by Prime Minister Chris Luxon.
Hong Kong most expensive city to be posted to
While Hong Kong has been listed at the world's most expensive city to move to, three Australian cities are in the top 100.
Ukraine summit strives for consensus to lean on Russia
The human cost of Russia's war on Ukraine has been discussed by delegates on the second day of a major international summit in Switzerland.
Zuma’s party says it will join South African opposition
Former South African president Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto we Sizwe party says it will join the country's opposition in parliament.
Netanyahu denounces Israeli army’s Gaza tactical pauses
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a cabinet minister have criticised the idea of Israel's army taking part in a daily 11-hour humanitarian pause.
Ukraine summit statement backed by nearly 80 countries
The final declaration of a Ukraine peace summit held in Switzerland has been approved by close to 80 of the 93 participating countries.
New Caledonia to reopen airport, shorten curfew
As deadly violence in New Caledonia continues to ebb, the French Pacific territory is shortening its overnight curfew and reopening its international airport.