Conflict
Families of three detained on Gaza flotilla deeply worried
The families of three New Zealanders detained as part of the Gaza protest flotilla say they deeply admire them - but are also deeply worried. Youssef Sammour, Rana Hamida and Samuel Leason were… Audio
US plan announcement has no effect on Israeli airstrikes
There has been no let-up in Israeli air strikes in Gaza after Hamas agreed to some of the points on the US peace plan. Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent at The National, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Mike Seawright: Marking two years of the war in Gaza
Mike Seawright of ReliefAid joins Jim from Canada ahead of the two-year anniversary of the war in Gaza. Audio
Trump tells Israel to stop bombing Gaza
Israel says it's preparing to implement the first phase of Trump's Gaza proposal, even as strikes continue.
Hamas prepared to release all Israeli hostages under Trump peace plan
Hamas said it agreed to releasing hostages and handing over administration of the enclave.
'Blatant harassment': Peters fires back at protesters outside his home
Footage seen by RNZ shows people chanting, banging drums, waving Palestinian flags and holding posters. Audio
Wellington protestors brave rain to urge Israeli sanctions, Palestinian statehood
Foreign Minister Winston Peters told the United Nations New Zealand was not yet ready to recognise a Palestinian state.
NZ Embassy seeks contact with three detained on Gaza flotilla
A Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade spokesperson said they expect any New Zealanders to be treated in a manner consistent with international law. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 3 October 2025
In today's episode, in the UK, two people are dead and four others are in hospital after a terrorist attack on a synagogue in northern Manchester; Vessels that were attempting to reach Gaza as part of… Audio
Global Sumund Flotilla vessels intercepted by Israel navy
Vessels that were attempting to reach Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, have been seen arriving at a port in Israel, after being intercepted by the navy. Correspondent Alexander Cornwell… Audio
Ten dead in a suicide attack in the city of Quetta
Anas Mallick reports on a suicide attack in the city of Quetta. Audio
Proposal for Gaza's future governance leaked in draft plan
A copy of the proposal was provided by a source who requested anonymity.
Global Sumund Flotilla intercepted by Israeli navy
The Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel. Adi Leason, father of… Audio
Behind the picket lines
From the Cook Strait ferry strikes to the fiery union battles of the 1970s, New Zealand’s history is written in industrial action. Now, as nurses, teachers and doctors walk off the job, what lessons… Video, Audio
How a network of women judges rescued their Afghan counterparts
The incredible story of how a global network of female judges stepped in to help their Afghan counterparts flee Kabul when the Taliban returned to power. Audio
Trump gives Hamas three days to respond to peace plan
Hamas is reviewing a 20-point Gaza peace plan announced by US President Donald Trump. Correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Middle East reacts to White House peace plan
The Middle East reacts to the White House peace plan for Gaza, Alex Baird reports from Doha. Audio
Trump says Gaza peace deal is 'beyond very close'
US President Donald Trump says a Gaza peace deal is "beyond very close", after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Hipkins slams govt over refusal to recognise Palestine
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership. Mr Hipkins spoke to Corin… Audio
Trump hopeful for Gaza peace deal after Netanyahu talks
US President Donald Trump has expressed renewed optimism about reaching a deal to end the war in Gaza, as he meets with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Correspondent… Audio
