A C‑130J Hercules has departed Auckland on its way to the Middle East.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region.

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Police are investigating the remains in an area around SH3 between Ōtorohanga and Te Awamutu.

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First commercial flight from Dubai since conflict began lands in Auckland

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