German rescue mission from Kabul airport evacuates just 7 people
'We have a very chaotic, dangerous and complex situation,' German defence minister said.
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Ghosts of Afghanistan haunt the United States
Opinion: Like the Soviet Union, the US has left with its 'tail between its legs'.
Taliban announces 'amnesty' in Afghanistan as reports emerge of beatings, home invasions
"[Women] should be in government structure according to Shariah law" - Taliban spokesman.
Killed soldier's dad: Kiwis showed Afghanistan 'glimpse of freedom'
Dad of first Kiwi soldier killed in Afghanistan has a message for those who served there.
After seven years of failing to fix Afghanistan, Ghani makes a hasty escape
New York Times: Critics blame ex-PM for chaos in Kabul, saying he betrayed his people.
Billions spent on Afghan army ultimately benefited Taliban
They grabbed not only political power but also US-supplied firepower.
PM: 200 Afghan locals could be rescued by NZ extraction operation
Extraction priority will be for the locals who assisted NZ's Defence Force: PM
Stunning photo inside US air force plane leaving Kabul
The now viral image is being seen as a sign of the despair felt by Afghan people.
'It's been coming': Former Kiwi soldier unsurprised by Taliban takeover
But he's proud of New Zealand's contribution to the war in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan explainer: What we know and what's next
The Taliban captured all major cities in Afghanistan in a matter of days.
Student stranded in Kabul has 'no regrets' for Afghanistan holiday
"I've bitten off more than I can chew and something has not gone to plan"
Defiant Biden: US will not commit more troops in Afghanistan
US will not enter 'third decade' of war that has spanned four American presidencies.
Under-fire US President Joe Biden addresses Kabul chaos
US President draws criticism for waiting so long to address the nation.
Who is the Taliban commander set to rule Afghanistan?
Telegraph: Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar is the negotiator due to fly to Kabul to take power.
'I fear for everyone back home': Afghan refugee in NZ worries about family
Refugee Mohammed Bilal Bashir fears how people will be treated by the Taliban.
Desperate to flee: Afghans fall to death after clinging to departing plane at Kabul airport
Chaos at the main airport in the Afghan capital has killed at least seven people.
Afghan interpreter's fear for family: 'It's a matter of life or death'
Afghan interpreters in New Zealand open up over fear for family in Afghanistan.
'Horror movie': Kabul aid worker's eyewitness account of Taliban takeover
Young mother fears worst after Taliban takeover.
Afghanistan deployment by Wednesday at the earliest - minister
The 40 NZDF personnel to be deployed include engineers, medical people and 'security'.
Trump demands Biden 'resign in disgrace' over Afghanistan
Trump has issued a statement calling for Joe Biden to "resign in disgrace".
How Afghanistan fell to the Taliban in two short weeks
Taliban fighters captured their first provincial capital on August 6.
In an overrun Kabul, many have no place to run
New York Times: The capital fell faster than imagined, leaving most with no way out.
David Fisher: What New Zealand got out of Afghanistan war
David Fisher on Afghanistan - what it took from New Zealand and what it have given.
'Medieval': Shocking Taliban takeover photos emerge
Disturbing photos emerged of men tarred and with nooses around their necks.
Afghanistan collapse confirms decision to withdraw troops - US staff
The Taliban seized control of Afghanistan with little to no resistance.
Kabul falls: Taliban seize palace; Afghan President, Westerners flee
Taliban officials to declare the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from the capital, Kabul.
'Game over': Westerners rush to leave Kabul, rescue Afghans
Residents flee after stunningly swift Taliban takeover of Afghanistan's capital.
A week into Taliban rule, one city's glimpse of what the future may hold
New York Times: Residents say the new insurgent leaders soon began instilling fear.
Watch: Wild moment BBC journo gets phone call from Taliban live on air
As Kabul fell, a reporter got a shock call from the Taliban leaving her stunned.
PM: Window for getting Kiwis out of Afghanistan is closing
There are about 47 Kiwis in Afghanistan who need help getting back.
'Immediate target': Afghan civilians who helped Kiwi soldiers fear for their lives
As Taliban surrounds Kabul, NZ Govt to urgently review interpreters' cases.
Taliban enter Kabul, said to demand unconditional surrender
US helicopters began evacuating officials as the Taliban approached the capital.
With Afghanistan collapsing, Biden sends even more troops to evacuate
The Taliban have captured city after city in the last week as the US has withdrawn.
MFAT considers how to help Kiwis in Afghanistan
The Taliban now control all key Afghanistan cities except the capital.