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Trump warns Starmer: US will 'remember' UK's late support in Iran war
The US President warned he will 'remember' Britain delaying support for his Iran war.
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: What power do we want policing the world? Russia, China or US
OPINION: Khamenei was a murderer whose regime killed thousands of civilians.
‘Civil war is a strong second possibility’: Iran faces uncertain post-Khamenei future
Iranian officials say Operation Epic Fury could reshape the entire region.
Letters: Nicola Willis’ performance as Finance Minister is the millstone around National’s neck
OPINION: The Israel and US spy network is so good they knew exactly where Khamenei was.
Middle East conflict wrap: 7 March 2026
Oil surges as conflict continues, US says it will investigate bombing of girls' school in southern Iran. Video / AFP, Getty
Vibes war? Concern as Trump justifies Iran conflict on ‘feeling’
The US administration has taken a new approach to justifying its military action.
Tears, hugs and relief as first flights from conflict-hit Middle East arrive in Auckland
Some passengers arrived to tearful reunions after days stranded in Dubai.
Week in limbo: Kiwi travellers stranded in Dubai face queues, costs and confusion
UAE officials pledged to cover costs, but some Kiwis say they are paying anyway.
Oil prices surge and Strait of Hormuz blocked as US-Israel war with Iran widens
US forces say they have hit more than 3000 Iranian targets in the past week.
Iranian protesters form human chain on Wellington waterfront over unrest
Protesters say internet shutdowns mean they struggle to contact family in Iran.
Iran slams Trump over comments on choosing next Supreme Leader
Ambassador says US President’s comments breach the UN Charter.
Hollywood star criticises White House for montage of movie clips and Iran strikes
The 42-second clip mixes Hollywood battle scenes with real strikes on Iran.
Trump renews attack on ‘very disappointing’ Starmer
The British PM initially blocked US strikes on Iran from a joint base on Diego Garcia.
Middle East war a new shock for financial markets
European gas prices have leapt 66% in a week as Strait of Hormuz shipping is choked.
African workers stay in Gulf despite Iranian missile strikes and growing fears
Saudi Arabia alone hosts about 715,000 sub-Saharan African workers.
Sparrows and ‘US-made retribution’ among weapons in Middle East war
Israel has used Blue Sparrow missiles, built to mimic Scud attacks, to hit Iran.
Russia sharing intelligence ‘to help Iran strike US military’
US officials say Russian satellite data enabled ‘sophisticated’ Iran strikes.
Iran war: Air Force Hercules flying out today for humanitarian mission
'We're just trying to get Kiwis out, and that's our job.'
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 7, 2026
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 7, 2026. The US continues the devastate the Middle East with endless bombings. Endurance athletes prepare in Motatapu and Christchurch
Fran O’Sullivan: Iran crisis and Trump’s tariffs leave little room for NZ to breathe
OPINION: Any prolonged Iran conflict risks higher oil prices and NZ export disruption.
Air Force Hercules going to the Middle East
The C-130J Hercules getting loaded up at RNZAF Base Auckland, Whenuapai. Video / John Weekes
Middle East crisis: Israel launches 26 waves of strikes on Beirut overnight
Explosions and flashes lit up the night sky over the Beirut southern suburbs.
Strewth! Petrol prices increase to $4.76 in parts of Australia
Fuel stockpiling has already been seen in several states.
Fuel squeeze: Soaring jet margins put more pressure on Air New Zealand’s bottom line
Air NZ shares are down as war jitters hit airlines.
Iran conflict oil shock: How big is the risk to the New Zealand economy?
ANZ warns a sustained 10% oil jump could quickly push inflation higher.
Petrol prices rise as much as 14c in first week of Middle East conflict
Kiwi motorists face higher petrol prices in the coming weeks.
On Israel-Lebanon border, 'everyone is tense' as fighting with Hezbollah flares
Despite nightly sheltering, many say they will not evacuate their hometown again.
Iran’s regime maintains its grip, despite devastating losses
More than 2000 targets in Iran have been hit in four days of strikes.
Gulf frustrated at being the centre of war that’s not theirs
Iranian strikes have hit Gulf hotels, oil hubs and key US bases.
US House votes down bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powers
The House rejected the war powers measure by 219 votes to 212.