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US admits drone strike in Kabul only killed civilians
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From 9/11's ashes, a new world took shape. It did not last
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US considers unlikely alliance with Taliban against ISIS
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Taliban celebrate victory as US troops leave Afghanistan
The militants drove out the world's most powerful military after a 20-year insurgency.
370 evacuees coming to NZ from Afghanistan, says MFAT
"The situation in Afghanistan remains highly volatile and dangerous."
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Afghan mercy dash: First NZDF flight lands at Kabul, picks up desperate evacuees
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First Kiwis evacuated from Kabul arriving home today
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'Saudi Arabia of lithium': Taliban sits on $1 trillion of minerals, China may seek business
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Horrifying execution: Taliban kill police chief to show power
Taliban had said "they pardoned all former govt officials" and no need for anyone to flee.
Frontline: Kiwi journalist witnesses historic fall of Kabul
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Afghanistan falls: First Kiwis safely evacuated from Kabul airport
MFAT warns the situation is fragile and "changing rapidly".
Taliban face dissent over new rule as economic crisis beckons
The Taliban will need international recognition if they are to save the crumbling economy.
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Taliban allowing 'safe passage' out of Afghanistan - US officials
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Kabul falls: Taliban seize palace; Afghan President, Westerners flee
Taliban officials to declare the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from the capital, Kabul.