Kane Te Tai
Kane Te Tai was a former New Zealand Defence Force soldier and close friend of Dominic Abelen. He served alongside Abelen in Ukraine's International Legion and paid tribute to him following his death, describing him as a strong and humble warrior. Tragically, Te Tai was also killed in action in the Vuhledar region seven months later, in circumstances similar to Abelen's.
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Recent news mentions
The bodies of Bagshaw, Te Tai and Abelen were all eventually recovered.
Fifth New Zealander killed in Ukraine war, remains yet to be found
New Zealand· 2025-10-17
Kane Te Tai is another New Zealand soldier who has been reported dead in Ukraine.
‘You don’t want to go there’: Ron Mark’s message to Kiwis wanting to take up arms against Russia in UkraineNew Zealand· 2025-08-19
Kane Te Tai became the second Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine.
Shan-Le Kearns death: Kiwi killed in Ukraine like a brother to me, says childhood friendNew Zealand· 2025-06-03
Kane Te Tai was killed in Ukraine on March 20, 2023.
Aid worker’s father urges NZ Government to support families in Ukraine deathsNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
Kane Te Tai became the second Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine war: NZ soldier Shan-Le Kearns killed fighting in UkraineNew Zealand· 2025-05-29Kane Te Tai was a close friend of Dominic Abelen who paid tribute to him after his death.
New Zealand soldier Dominic Abelen killed in Ukraine: Family speaks about heroic final deedsNew Zealand· 2025-03-20
