Conflict
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 21 May 2025
In today's episode, there's a new and stark warning from the United Nations that thousands of babies could die in Gaza over the next two days if more aid doesn't reach them, the debate over the… Audio
Conflict in West Papua intensifies
The president of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua says recent violence in the region reminds him of his childhood. Audio
Peace in Ukraine looks further away after Trump’s call with Putin
Analysis - Most observers believe there will be no peace unless America exerts maximum leverage.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 20 May 2025
In today's episode, it's a big week at Parliament this week, with the house poised to debate the Privileges Committee punishment of Te Pāti Māori and, of course, the annual Budget announcement timed… Audio
One year on from New Caledonia riots
One year after deadly violence broke out in New Caledonia, there's still no solution in sight for the French territory's political future. Lydia Lewis reports. Audio
Putin and Trump speak for more than two hours discussing Ukraine ceasefire
A high-stakes phone call has just ended between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin aimed at stopping the war in Ukraine. Washington correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
BBC World Lookahead with Pete Ross
BBC World journalist Pete Ross joins Emile Donovan to explain the big events making headlines internationally, including the latest from Gaza, Europe and United Kingdom's first summit since Brexit… Audio
Al Gillespie: Are we headed for World War 3?
Waikato University's International Law professor Alexander Gillespie joins Jim to assess the prospect of another global conflict. Audio
Israeli military says it has launched first stages of major offensive in Gaza
Since Thursday the Israeli military has intensified operations across Gaza, killing more than 100 people, as Netanyahu pledged to continue bombings.
Ukraine peace process going exactly how Moscow wants it
Analysis: In the end, it's the Kremlin's plan playing out, and there appears to be little the White House will do.
Strikes in Gaza kill 120 as Trump talks of turning territory into 'freedom zone'
It also warned that Gaza was not "for sale" hours after US President Donald Trump again floated taking over the territory and turning it into "a freedom zone".
Zelensky to send team to Turkey for peace talks with Russia
After a day of uncertainty, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky says he's sending a team to Istanbul for peace talks with a Russian delegation. He's announced his defence minister will lead the… Audio
One year since New Caledonia riots
A year on from the New Caledonia deadly riots the country faces deep division over the territory's political future - and the prospect of independence from France. Islands Business Correspondent Nic… Audio
Trump not going to Turkey for Russia-Ukraine talks
It comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the Russian delegation for the talks, a list that did not include Putin himself.
Israeli airstrikes hit European hospital in Northern Gaza
At least 80 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air strikes on northern Gaza on Tuesday. Tel Aviv correspondent Trent Murray spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Cynical sideshow': UN humanitarian chief slams Israel's US-backed Gaza aid plan
Israel proposed last week that private companies would take over handing out aid in Gaza's south.
Kashmiris divided by a border, united by fear
After the latest round of conflict, families pick up the pieces in the disputed region of Kashmir, knowing peace is always temporary.
US says Cuba 'not fully cooperating' with counter-terrorism efforts
The US State Department has placed Cuba on a list of countries it says did not fully cooperate with US counterterrorism efforts in 2024, reversing a decision by the Biden administration.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 May 2025
In today's episode, nearly a quarter of the money spent on National's FamilyBoost policy has been poured into administration costs, Labour says the government's move to quash 33 pay equity claims is… Audio
