World Politics
Trump weighs response to Iran crackdown, Tehran says comms open
The flow of information from the Islamic Republic has been hampered by an internet blackout since Thursday.
Trump says Iran 'want to negotiate', after reports of hundreds killed in protests
But Iran's parliament speaker said his government would resist any intervention, calling US military and shipping "legitimate targets".
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12 January
While parts of the country experienced scorching temperatures yesterday, other areas were hit with heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Napier almost broke a near 50-year record, reaching 36 degrees… Audio
In Minneapolis, the deadly ICE shooting has reopened old wounds
"These ICE agents are here for sport," one local said. "They're not here for immigration raids. They're here for sport."
Latest news from Europe with correspondent Lucy Thomson
Correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lauren Crimp from London. Audio
Iranians in NZ fear for families amid Iran protest crackdown
Kiwi-based Iranians are watching with worry as Iranian military forces continue their violent crackdown on anti-government protesters. Forough Amin who has been in New Zealand for 11 years, says she… Audio
Israel says Samoa to open embassy in Jerusalem
The Israeli government has a formal policy of offering incentives to countries willing to open embassies in Jerusalem, including financial support.
UK's former US envoy apologises to Epstein's victims, not for his own ties
The veteran British politician called Epstein "my best pal" and had advised him on seeking early jail release.
Anti‑ICE protests held across US after agent's fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis
Protesters are demanding the removal of federal immigration authorities from their communities and justice for the slain Renee Good.
Trump weighs potential military strike in Iran
The US Pesident is seriously considering action as the death toll in Iran continues to rise.
Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'
The US president said "sounds good" to a suggestion US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Marco Rubio take over as Cuban president.
Iranian Kiwis concerned for family overseas amid deadly protests
Reports from Teheran suggest security forces have killed or injured hundreds over the past three days.
Tens of thousands protest over fatal ICE shooting
The massive turnout in Minneapolis despite a whipping, cold wind underscores how the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good has struck a chord.
Why are Iranians protesting?
As public anger continues to swell and demonstrations continue, here's what you need to know.
Iran crackdown fears grow as protests persist
Rights groups have expressed alarm that Iranian authorities were intensifying a deadly crackdown under cover of an internet blackout.
Clark condemns US withdrawal as 'assault on the international system of cooperation'
The former prime minister is concerned that other countries, which are like-minded with the current United States administration, will also withdraw.
Weekend of US protests after woman killed by immigration agent
Organisers said more than 1000 events were planned under the slogan "ICE, Out for Good".
'American? No!' says Greenland after latest Trump threat
European capitals have been scrambling to come up with a response after the White House said that Trump wanted to buy Greenland and refused to rule out military action.
Putin sends warning to Ukraine, West over weapon's use
The Russian president has repeatedly boasted of the speed and destructive power of the Oreshnik.
Trump says he's cancelled 'second wave' of Venezuela attacks
The United States president said Venezuela was working well with the US, particularly regarding its oil and gas infrastructure.
