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New Zealander Veteran's Recovery Fund Aids Ukraine War Heroes

1/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

New Zealander Khol Gillies, who lost his left leg fighting for Ukraine International Legion, is recovering with support from a fundraiser.
Gillies earned a valour medal after staying with his unit nearly a week.
The fundraiser aims to support rehabilitation.
The death toll of New Zealanders in Ukraine is at least seven, including Jeremy Braggins and Andrew Bagshaw.
Many others have been injured, with some unable to return to combat.

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Story summary

New Zealander Khol Gillies, who lost his left leg fighting for Ukraine International Legion, is recovering with support from a fundraiser.
Gillies earned a valour medal after staying with his unit nearly a week.
The fundraiser aims to support rehabilitation.
The death toll of New Zealanders in Ukraine is at least seven, including Jeremy Braggins and Andrew Bagshaw.
Many others have been injured, with some unable to return to combat.