Conflict
US says Cuba 'not fully cooperating' with counter-terrorism efforts
The US State Department has placed Cuba on a list of countries it says did not fully cooperate with US counterterrorism efforts in 2024, reversing a decision by the Biden administration.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 May 2025
In today's episode, nearly a quarter of the money spent on National's FamilyBoost policy has been poured into administration costs, Labour says the government's move to quash 33 pay equity claims is… Audio
US Aviation Council rules Russia responsible for downing of MH17
The Kremlin says a ruling from the U.S Aviation Council that Russia was responsible for the downing of Flight MH-17 is biased. UK-based aviation commentator Paul Beaver spoke to producer Kim Baker… Audio
Violence in West Papua most intense - researcher
A human rights researcher says the escalation of violence in West Papua is on par with some of the most intense times of conflict over the past six decades. Audio
Explainer: Key facts on Kurdish PKK that has ended its insurgency in Turkey
The Kurdish militant group PKK has formally dissolved after 40 years of conflict with Turkey, raising hopes for peace in the region.
Analysis: This latest Kashmir clash has no winners
Analysis - Both sides tout triumph after US-brokered ceasefire, but the latest India-Pakistan conflict leaves heavy losses and the Kashmir dispute unresolved.
Zelensky to meet Putin in Turkey
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Turkey on Thursday local time. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Russia offers Ukraine surprise ceasefire deal
There's been a cautious response from Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky after a surprise late-night offer of ceasefire talks from Russia. The BBC's James Waterhouse spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
How dictators are teaming up to undermine democracy
How today's dictators are forging powerful global alliances to weaken democracies from the inside out. Audio
Military offensive launched against India, Pakistan says
At least 48 have been killed in clashes since Wednesday, according to estimates from both sides.
UN warns of 'another Nakba'
A UN committee says world could be witnessing a mass expulsion of Palestinians.
Escalating conflict between India and Pakistan
We've seen the worst outbreak of violence in Pakistan and India in 30 years this week and Reuters is reporting that 48 people have been killed so far in the latest escalation of conflict. Audio
IPL reportedly suspended amid India-Pakistan tensions
India's cricket board has suspended the tournament, one of the world's richest sports leagues, amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, a source says.
'Farce': Ukraine says Russia violating its own 3-day ceasefire
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says Russia committed 734 ceasefire violations in just 12 hours.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 8 May 2025
In today's episode, smoke has billowed out of the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, and it is black showing no Pope has been chosen, dozens of Indian and Pakistani civilians have been killed after… Audio
Israeli families angry after Trump disclosure on more hostage deaths
Families of 7 October hostages held in Gaza are demanding any new information from the Israeli government.
India and Pakistan exchange threats as death toll rises after missile attacks
India told more than a dozen foreign envoys in New Delhi that "if Pakistan responds, India will respond". Audio
Dozens killed after hostilities erupt in Kashmir region
Dozens of Indian and Pakistani civilians have been killed after hostilities erupted between the two nations in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Griffith University in Australia professor of… Audio
Pakistani NZer on conflict in Kashmir
Dozens of people have been killed on both the Indian and Pakistani areas of Kashmir after conflict was reignited between the two nations this week. Tayyaba Khan, a New Zealander originally from… Audio
Indian NZer on conflict in Kashmir
New Zealanders of Indian and Pakistani origin are generally united in their hopes a diplomatic solution can be found to the strikes in the Pakistan controlled Kashmir region these past few days… Audio
