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Iran attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait labelled a ‘dangerous escalation’ of war
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said it was firing on 'enemy bases in the area'.
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Iran blames US defence missile on Kuwait airport strike that killed one and injured 63
The attacks will further test a ceasefire in place since April.
Trump calls Netanyahu 'crazy' in expletive-laden call, says 'everyone hates you'
The US President did not hold back when talking to the Israeli leader by phone.
Iran won't take part in U.S peace talks until Israel stops Lebanon offensive | Ryan Bridge TODAY
International relations expert Robert Patman reveals what the suspension could mean going forward. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
'We choose our defence spending, no one else' - Luxon hits back after US accuses NZ of 'freeloading'
The US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth slammed NZ's military spending.
Iran pulls out of Middle East talks and threatens ‘new fronts’ in conflict
Tehran suspended talks hours after the US and Iran exchanged strikes.
US strikes Iranian targets after drone downed, peace talks falter
The US struck Iranian radar and drone sites after a drone was shot down.
Israel raises flag over Lebanese crusader castle
Talks in Washington mark the first official bid for peace between Israel and Lebanon.
Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
The US President said Iran had agreed to stop developing nuclear weapons.
Trump asked for tougher terms in proposed Iran war deal: US media
The President has sent a revised peace plan back to Iran for further consideration.
Liam Dann: Are Treasury’s sunny forecasts out of step with reality?
OPINION: Treasury tips inflation to drop from 4% now to 1.6% by June 2027.
Top US and Cuban military officers meet at Guantanamo Bay
The meeting came as US-Cuba relations worsen amid sanctions and oil shortages.
Netanyahu violates Trump ceasefire with Gaza offensive
The Israeli PM's order would confine two million Palestinians to a shrinking area of land.
Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive
Iran insists there is ‘no final agreement’ and rejects key parts of Donald Trump’s claims.
Trump will only accept Iran peace deal that 'satisfies his red lines'
A Situation Room meeting in the White House has ended after two hours of deal discussions.
US and Iran negotiators strike deal to end war – but Trump has to sign off
If signed, it would mark the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since the war began.
US carries out fresh strikes on southern Iran - reports
Earlier Iran had said that a return to war was unlikely.
Mainfreight profit falls 8.5% despite revenue lift
Australia led the group with profit up 11.1% to A$152.6m on steady transport gains.
Global supply shortages deepen: The 7 products everybody wants
New York Times: After 3 months, the fallout from the Iran war is spreading.
Peters on 'optimistic' Iran phone call: Strait could open in a month | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Winston Peters says NZ could help with clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, but it would need Cabinet sign-off. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
Trump won't rule out military action and is ‘not satisfied’ yet on Iran deal
Trump said that he wasn't in a rush to strike a deal to end the Middle East war.
Israel declares most of south Lebanon as ‘combat zones’ and urges evacuation
Israel this week vowed to 'crush' Hezbollah and intensify operations in Lebanon.
Iran says the possibility of a return to armed conflict with US is 'Low'
Hopes of an imminent deal to avoid further hostilities has buoyed world markets.
'Urgent end to conflict': Peters speaks to Iranian Foreign Minister
The Foreign Minister says he has made it known NZ wants the situation resolved quickly.
Trump builds UFC arena on White House lawn for 80th birthday fight
Cranes have erected a giant Octagon on the South Lawn for UFC Freedom 250.
Iran accuses US of breaking truce, Trump set to hold rare Camp David cabinet meeting
Iran has warned it is ready to retaliate.
Iran accuses US of breaking truce after new strikes
Internet access was partially restored after a three-month nationwide blackout.
US forces strike Iranian missile sites and mine-laying vessels in ‘self-defence’
A statement said the strikes protected "troops from threats posed by Iranian forces".
Trump says all Middle Eastern countries must sign diplomatic deal with Israel
The draft pact would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and curb Iran’s uranium.