World Politics
Zelensky says Ukraine unbroken after 4 years, but Russia vows to fight on
The Kremlin marked the start of the fifth year of its invasion by vowing to keep fighting Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II until it achieves its goals.
Albanese evacuated from his residence after security incident
Police have so far not shared detaileds of what sparked an "alleged security incident".
Luxon says NZ will 'stand steadfast' in support for Ukraine
The prime minister met with with world leaders on the fourth anniversary of Russia-Ukraine war
UK govt urged to release documents linked to ex-prince Andrew
Britain's former ambassador in Washington Peter Mandelson was arrested in a separate misconduct in public office probe, also related to his links to Epstein.
Could NZ seriously boycott the Football World Cup?
Explainer - Talk of boycotting the World Cup in the US have grown overseas. Could New Zealand actually skip it - and what do fans think?
Australia backs removal of former prince Andrew from line of succession
Anthony Albanese is the first leader of a Commonwealth country to confirm support for legislation to strip the former prince of his succession rights.
UK correspondent Lucy Thomson
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about former PM Boris Johnson wanting to see British troops on the ground in Ukraine sooner rather than later, as well as the US confirming… Audio
Fears of an all-out war between US and Iran
Middle East correspondent Jacob Brown spoke to Lisa Owen about fears of an all-out war between the US and Iran, and the military buildup in the region, as well as an American ambassador's comments… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 23 February 2026
Police will be given new powers to move on beggars and homeless people, but there is a catch: officers say they do not have the time or resources to enforce them, and it could mean they are unable to… Audio
What we know about Japan's new prime minister
Japan has a new Prime Minister and a new direction. Anna Fifield was until recently the Asia-Pacific editor at The Washington Post. She spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Latest news from Australia
Canberra correspondent and Nine News political reporter Amanda Copp spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Trump fires back with new taxes after Supreme Court ruling
The Trump tariffs were struck down by the Supreme Court but the administration is trying to resurrect its punishing taxes on global imports by other means - that will withstand legal scrutiny. Charles… Audio
Trump hikes new US global tariff rate to 15%
At the same time, he launched an extraordinary personal attack on the conservative justices who helped rule his original tariffs illegal, calling them "fools and lap dogs."
Trump signs order for new 10% percent tariffs 'effective almost immediately'
The US President moved swiftly to replace tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court with a temporary 10 percent global import duty for 150 days.
Gyles Beckford on Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump has been left fuming over the U.S Supreme Court ruling that he didn't have the power to introduce his controversial global tariffs. Audio
US lawmakers plan Iran war powers vote as Trump weighs strikes
Members of Congress have tried - and failed - repeatedly to pass resolutions that would bar Trump from military action against foreign governments without lawmakers' approval.
Dr Neil Melvin: 4 years of war in Ukraine
The war between Russia and Ukraine is grinding towards its fourth anniversary. Audio
Giuffre's brother hopes arrest start of 'house of cards' collapsing
The brother of one of Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent accusers has welcomed the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the UK.
British couple held in Iran sentenced to 10 years in jail
The couple, who were on an around-the-world motorcycle journey, have consistently denied Tehran's spying claims.
Who is Japan's new leader?
Japan's Sanae Takaichi has been reelected as Japan's leader with her ruling party consolidating power. Audio
