Timika, Indonesia, Sept 21, 2024 (AFP) - New Zealand pilot freed by Papua rebels says 'very happy' to go home

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2024-09-21

New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens said on Saturday that he was looking forward to being reunited with his family following his release by rebels in Indonesia's restive Papua region after 19 months in captivity. "Today I have been freed. I am very happy that shortly I will be able to go home and meet my family. Thank you for everybody who helped me today, so I can get out safely in a healthy condition," he told reporters at a press conference, sp......

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