Conflict
UN Security Council condemns strikes on Qatar, without naming Israel
Israel launched an unprecedented strike on Qatar's capital Doha targeting Hamas leaders earlier this week.
What drew freelance freedom fighters to Ukraine's frontlines
What draws someone to fight for a country that's not their own, unsanctioned by their government ... sometimes, never having held a gun before? Audio
Conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot
The conservative activist and Trump supporter Charlie Kirk has been shot while hosting an event in Utah. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Russian drones shot down in Polish airspace
Poland's Prime Minister says 'a line has been crossed' after as many as four Russian drones were downed in Polish airspace. BBC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Escalating gang conflict in Levin leaves locals fearful
Entrenched gang conflict, personal grudges and methamphetamine use have fuelled a spate of gang shootings in Levin.
Police under pressure as gunfire rocks quiet Levin
Entrenched gang conflict, personal grudges and methamphetamine use have fuelled a spate of gang shootings in Levin. Audio
Missing limbs and loved ones, Gazan children begin treatment journey abroad
UNICEF claims at least 45,000 children have been wounded in Gaza, many of them suffering life-changing injuries.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 10 September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel; New Zealand First minister Shane Jones wants his party to consider re-nationalising the gentailers; Israel has carried out a strike on senior… Audio
Israel carries out strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar
Israel has carried out a strike on senior Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital, Doha. Correspondent Perry Wilton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Doha
Israel has carried out a strike on senior Hamas leaders in the Gulf state of Qatar. BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Israeli military evacuation order triggers panic in Gaza City
Israel's military has ordered Gaza City residents to evacuate ahead of a new offensive, with Israel warning it will step up its military attacks in the strip in a "mighty hurricane".
Flotilla for Gaza says boat struck by drone, authorities deny
The Global Sumud Flotilla for Gaza says that one of its main boats was struck by a drone in Tunisian waters, though all six passengers and crew are safe.
Aid teams struggle to reach landslide survivors in Sudan
At least 400 people are still missing over a week after a deadly landslide hit a remote village in Sudan's Darfur region. Niva Chittock spoke to World Vision Sudan'sNational Director, Simon Mane. Audio
Israel warns of 'mighty hurricane' in Gaza if Hamas doesn't surrender
Residents have been told to leave immediately as Israel warned that it would step up airstrikes and ground operations.
Trump issues 'last warning' to Hamas over hostages
Militants seized 251 hostages during the massive 7 October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, with 47 still believed to be in Gaza.
UN says time is short to stop famine in Gaza
According to a global hunger monitor, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are already experiencing or at risk of famine in areas including Gaza City.
Trump weighs strikes targeting cartels inside Venezuela
Ships armed with Tomahawk missiles, an attack submarine, aircraft, and US sailors and marines are poised.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, Defence Minister Judith Collins says New Zealand's support for Ukraine remains "steadfast"; The Health Minister has written to Health New Zealand and the senior doctors' union… Audio
Israeli military says it controls 40% of Gaza City, plans to expand
The offensive in Gaza City was launched on 10 August, prompting international criticism because of the humanitarian crisis in the area.
Defence Minister on support for Ukraine
Defence Minister Judith Collins says New Zealand's support for Ukraine remains "steadfast". Collins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
