Conflict
Trump's Zelensky outburst comes after weeks of frustration
The divide between the Ukrainian leader and the Trump White House has ballooned recently as talks over a much-anticipated Ukraine minerals deal got bogged down. Audio
Russian, Chinese intelligence recruiting disgruntled US national security employees
Russian and Chinese intelligence services have ramped up recruitment of US federal employees working in national security, targeting those who have been fired or feel they could be soon.
More Chinese vessels will be sent to Tasman Sea
China's ambassador says no apology is needed after live-fire exercises disrupted dozens of commercial flights and that the deployments are "normal".
Gaza-Israel ceasefire talks set to continue in Cairo
The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed Israeli negotiators to head to Cairo for talks on continuing the Gaza ceasefire. Tel Aviv correspondent Giles Gibson spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
UK's Starmer pushes Trump for Ukraine guarantees against Putin
The British Prime Minister is set to meet Trump to plead for a US "backstop" to any Ukraine ceasefire.
Collins 'aware' of Chinese nuclear submarine reports
Australian Defence officials have not ruled out that a nuclear-powered submarine might be with the three vessels in the Tasman Sea and could be gathering intelligence.
International law expert on New Zealand-China meeting
Foreign Minister Winston Peters says a lack of notice from China ahead of live fire exercises in the Tasman represents a "failure" in the relationship with Beijing. Mr Peters made the comments… Audio
The growing number of 'sovereign citizens' clogging up courts
They believe they are exempt from laws. But that doesn't stop the law from coming after them.
Russia-US talks imminent, US says Ukraine not on agenda
Both countries have said they want to explore the possibility of lucrative business ventures, as well as seeking an end to the Ukraine war.
Lack of warning from China over drills 'a failure' - Peters
A lack of a sufficient warning from China about its live fire naval exercises in the Tasman sea has been labelled a failure in the New Zealand China relationship by the Foreign Minister Winston… Audio
Peters raises concerns about live-fire drills at Beijing meeting
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has raised concerns about China's recent military maneuvers in his meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Ji in Beijing. Mr Peters addressed Chinese leaders about… Audio
Zelensky to visit Washington D.C this week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Washington later this week to sign a key minerals deal. Mr Zelenskyy had been at loggerheads with President Donald Trump over the agreement, which… Audio
SovCits are fighting the law, but the law's winning
More people are using 'SovCit' arguments in court, engaging in so-called 'paper terrorism' Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 26 February 2025
In today's episode, experts in safety and hostility training are sceptical about the government's potential plans to give people the power to detain fellow citizens, Australian Defence officials… Audio
German living in NZ on election result
Germany is set for a change of government, with the initial election results recording a win for right-wing parties, although not everyone is thrilled with the result. Worldwatch's Niva Chittock spoke… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 25 February 2025
On today's episode, former government minister Andrew Bayly says he regrets placing a staff member in an uncomfortable position, and admits he behaved in an inappropriate and overbearing way, Foreign… Audio
Dr Jack Watling: US switches stance on Ukraine war
Regular guest Dr Jack Watling joins the show to discuss the developments in Ukraine. Audio
Hamas to free six more Gaza hostages
It comes after Israel confirmed that a body handed over hours earlier was that of hostage Shiri Bibas.
Israel says Shiri Bibas not among bodies returned from Gaza
Israeli military says two of four bodies handed over were Shiri Bibas' young sons.
In the shadow of a rainbow
Recent events in Auckland have resurfaced memories of when being gay was considered a neurotic personality disorder. Audio
