Conservative Christopher Luxon to form new government in New Zealand
The National Party secured about 40 percent of the vote, putting it in a position to form a new administration.
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Palestinians fleeing Gaza’s north face air attacks in southern Khan Younis
Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing south after Israel warned them to evacuate - but it then bombarded southern Gaza.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 598
As the war enters its 598th day, these are the main developments.
Saudi Arabia puts Israel deal on ice amid war, engages with Iran: Report
Saudi crown prince and Iranian president had their first phone call on Thursday to discuss the Israel-Gaza situation.
Is Israel violating the laws of war meant to protect children?
As Israel's bombing of the Gaza Strip continues and people flee south, international laws will be tested, experts say.
Thousands of NYC protesters chant ‘Free Palestine’ amid Israeli bombing
The pro-Palestinian protests, which were met with pro-Israeli demonstrations, were largely held peacefully.
‘We will come from the ground’: Israel’s goals in a ground invasion of Gaza
As an invasion appears imminent, Israel has several reasons - even if lofty - for carrying out such an offensive.
How will the deaths of high-profile murder suspects tip Ecuador’s election?
Seven suspects in the assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio have died in prison this month.
‘Mr President, put an end to this’: Palestinian Americans speak out on Gaza
At a news conference in Washington, DC, Arab and Muslim groups condemn the ongoing 'dehumanisation' of Palestinians.
Timeline: Indigenous Voice, treaty and truth in Australia
Indigenous people's 60,000 years of connection to their country should be recognised, leaders say.
‘Nowhere safe to go’: Confusion, fear after Israel’s warning to evacuate
Gaza residents say they are unable to leave following Israel's call to move south ahead of a threatened ground invasion.
Dozens killed while fleeing Gaza homes as Israel conducts ground raids
Some Palestinians say they have decided to stay in their homes as there is nowhere safe they can escape to.
What to know about the 2023 New Zealand elections
The country's centre-right National Party is expected to win the most seats, forming New Zealand's new government.
Gaza’s terrified children all too aware Israel’s bombs steal their joy
About 500 children have been killed by Israeli air attacks - one-third of Palestinian fatalities in the Gaza Strip.
When a family dies under Israel’s bombs, part of Gaza’s history disappears
Palestinian Ministry of Health reports at least 20 families have been killed, and entire neighbourhoods lie in ruins.
More than a dozen Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank
Death toll rises to 49 in the occupied West Bank since Hamas launched attack on Israel on Saturday.
Israeli attack in southern Lebanon kills journalist, wounds several others
Two Al Jazeera reporters among group of journalists hit by Israeli artillery strike while reporting in south Lebanon.
Analysis: Israel’s Gaza invasion could test its occupation of the West Bank
Israel will struggle to man its ever-increasing checkpoints in the West Bank and flood the Gaza Strip with soldiers.
Israel-Hamas war: A list of governments repatriating citizens from Israel
Which governments have organised chartered flights to help their citizens leave after Hamas attacks?
Palestinians flee their homes towards southern Gaza after Israeli order
At least 1,799 killed and 6,388 others wounded by Israeli air raids in Gaza since Saturday, Palestinian auhorities say.