New Zealand military base in Afghanistan closed
New Zealand's 10-year involvement in the war in Afghanistan has been symbolically brought to a close with the lowering of the New Zealand flag at Kiwi Base in Bamiyan.
New Zealand's 10-year involvement in the war in Afghanistan has been symbolically brought to a close with the lowering of the New Zealand flag at Kiwi Base in Bamiyan.
The New Zealand Navy frigate Te Mana is still due to visit South Korea, despite escalating tension in the region.
New Zealand has confirmed it will keep some military personnel in Afghanistan after the majority of troops are withdrawn in April.
War hero Willie Apiata, New Zealand's only living recipient of the Victoria Cross, is to leave the military.
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