First soldier charged with espionage faces court martial
Monday 18 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story New Zealand Defence Force
A Linton-based soldier is facing a court martial for espionage charges laid in 2020. The trial marks the first time a person has been tried for espionage in a New Zealand military setting. Heavy suppression orders are currently in place regarding the proceedings.
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