Summarised by Centrist
New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens has been released after 19 months in captivity by West Papua rebels. Indonesian authorities prioritised negotiations, with President Joko Widodo stating, “our priority has been the safety of the pilot.” Mehrtens is reportedly in good health, undergoing medical check-ups, and will be reunited with his family soon. Foreign Minister Winston Peters called the outcome a “huge relief” for Mehrtens’ family and friends.
“A concern for many of us in the Pacific.”
“Make New Zealand Great Again”
The changes will “protect New Zealand and our communities.”
“How appropriate is it… that the exec who could be heading up the news and content teams is posting from the hīkoi?”
“The document… included the firearms licence number and name of the importer…”
“A concern for many of us in the Pacific.”
“Make New Zealand Great Again”
The changes will “protect New Zealand and our communities.”
“How appropriate is it… that the exec who could be heading up the news and content teams is posting from the hīkoi?”
“The document… included the firearms licence number and name of the importer…”
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