World Politics
'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.
Before he was pope, Leo criticised Trump, and MAGA is not amused
His social media musings have pulled him into the maelstrom of divided US politics.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 9 May 2025
In today's episode, a new Pope has been found, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, booze industry lobbyists have been given input into the development of alcohol policies, including… Audio
US military to start kicking out transgender troops next month
The US Supreme Court's ruling this week cleared the way for a ban to take effect.
Trump heralds 'breakthrough' deal with UK
It's the first deal that's been made since the US president triggered a global trade war.
US and UK announce new trade deal
US President Donald Trump has announced that a trade deal has been agreed with the United Kingdom. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Trump will announce a ‘major trade deal’ with the UK Thursday
It's yet another sign of some possible relief from historically high tariffs that have threatened serious damage to the US and global economies.
Battle lines drawn over what NZ can learn from Australia's election
What caused a landslide victory for Anthony Albanese and Labor? The answer depends on which Kiwi politician you ask. 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
NZ Film Commission looks to strengthen ties with India and Europe
The New Zealand Film Commission is working to strengthen ties with India and Europe as the United States threatens to slap a 100 percent tariff on any films made here. Film Commission chief executive… 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
NZ politicians react to Australian election result
Clear battle lines have been drawn in New Zealand politics when it comes to the Trump effect on elections outside the US. Political reporter Russell Palmer reports. Audio
India launches military strikes on Pakistan in Kashmir region
India and Pakistan remain on the brink of a bigger conflict after India launched military strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir on Wednesday. Correspondent Rebecca Bundhun spoke to… Audio
Canadians react to PM Carney's meeting with Trump
Canada's new Prime Minister has met with his premiers fresh off the back of his Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump. The Globe and Mail senior parliamentary reporter Steven Chase spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Why the world's attention is on Kashmir
Dr Chris Ogden, director of Global Studies at the University of Auckland, joins Emile Donovan to explain the ratcheting tensions between India and Pakistan. Audio
The Panel with Sue Bradford & Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sue Bradford & Scott Campbell. They discuss: what's happening in Kashmir and the Auckland super city 15 years on. Plus we hear from care… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 7 May 2025
In today's episode, powerful education union NZEI Te Riu Roa has members involved in a pay equity claim which will now be scrapped, with no settlement reached, National is looking for new friends to… Audio
'Won't be for sale - ever': Trump and Carney meet
But the US president warned his Canadian counterpart: "Never say never". Audio
