A New Zealand pilot is freed after 19 months in rebel captivity in Indonesia’s Papua region

New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens, held hostage by separatist rebels in Indonesia’s Papua region for over a year, was freed on Saturday.

Mehrtens, who worked for Susi Air, was abducted in February 2023. His release followed extensive negotiations involving local leaders and church officials.

No demands were made in return. Mehrtens’ family expressed gratitude to the Indonesian government for prioritizing peaceful negotiations, the Associated Press has reported.

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