Gaza
Australia: Gaza protests, asylum seekers released, PM travel criticised
Australia correspondent Annika Smethurst discusses protests around the country over the situation in Gaza, and the release of 80 asylum seekers from detention after a High Court ruling, and criticism… Audio
Hamas militants ready to release 70 hostages for truce
The armed wing of Hamas says it is ready to release up to 70 children and women held in Gaza, for a 5-day truce. Hamas' negotiators have told Qatari mediators the truce should include a ceasefire and… Audio
Gaza health system swamped; 18 of 35 hospitals out of service - ministry
Gaza officials said Israel launched air strikes on or near at least three hospitals today.
The foreign affairs puzzle facing New Zealand's new government
Analysis - New Zealand's new government will need to hit the ground running on foreign affairs, Geoffrey Miller writes.
Palestinian ambassador calls for NZ to 'play a leadership role'
The Palestinian ambassador to Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific says NZ can play a role internationally to help reach a ceasefire in Gaza.
More evacuees arrive in Egypt via Rafah Crossing from Gaza
Around 600 foreign passport holders are expected to be released from Gaza via the Rafah Crossing into Egypt on Friday.
It is not yet known when the 21 New Zealanders - known by the Ministry of… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch - Gaps in Gaza coverage
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Mark Leishman about a comparative lack of coverage on Gaza, sympathy for Supie's leaders even as their employees miss out, and a… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch - Gaps in Gaza coverage
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Mark Leishman about a comparative lack of coverage on Gaza, sympathy for Supie's leaders even as their employees miss out, and a…
AudioGaza aid distribution struggles amid overcrowding, debris, lack of fuel
Distribution of food and medical supplies is faltering in Gaza, residents now desperate for essentials like bread, aid officials say.
Aid agency says over 3,300 kids killed in Gaza since October 7
More than 3,300 children have been killed in Gaza since the Hamas attacks on October 7, according to an aid agency. And a further 940 are missing; believed to be buried under the rubble of buildings… Audio
Pacific states voting against Gaza ceasefire labelled 'hypocritical'
Pacific states voting against ceasefire in Gaza conflict labelled 'hypocritical'. Audio
Media in the middle of Gaza claims and counterclaims
Major media organisations all over the world are copping criticism for the way they’re reporting what’s happening in Gaza and Israel. Mediawatch asks BBC news boss Jonathan Munro how they’re handling… Video, Audio
Media in the middle of Gaza claims and counterclaims
Major media organisations all over the world are copping criticism for the way they’re reporting what’s happening in Gaza and Israel. Mediawatch asks BBC news boss Jonathan Munro how they’re handling…
Video, AudioMédecins Sans Frontières on the huminatarian crisis in Gaza
Médecins Sans Frontières has labelled the explosion at the hospital a "massacre" that is "absolutely unacceptable", amid a back-and-forth over who is to blame. Audio
Gaza: Palestinian militant killed as Israel strikes after threats
At least 10 people have been killed by Israeli air strikes in the Gaza Strip, including a top commander of a Palestinian militant group.
Qatar, Egypt agree to supply fuel and basic building materials to war-ravaged Gaza
Gaza officials estimate it will cost $685m to rebuild homes and infrastructure damaged in the May fighting between Israel and Hamas.
The history behind the Gaza-Israeli conflict
Dr Leena Dallasheh is a historian of the Modern Middle East and associate professor at Humboldt State University in California. Her work has a particular focus on Palestinians who became citizens of… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch: Colin Peacock
Mediawatch's weekly catchup with Lately. This week Colin Peacock talks to Karyn Hay about a newspaper error in Hawke's Bay Today, the potential for a change to Mediaworks' ownership, and an updated on… Audio
The New Zealander running Bethlehem University
Bethlehem University is a Catholic University on the West Bank, established in 1973 as a joint venture between the De La Salle order and the Vatican. Its Vice-Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray FSC, is a… Audio
Andrew McConnell - The everyday life of the people of GAZA
Andrew McConnell is an award-winning photographer who has been covering world events for over 15 years. His first work as a filmaker, GAZA has made the official selection for Sundance 2019 and will… Audio
