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How is Australia involved with Timor-Leste?
Australia led the INTERFET operation in 1999, and provided substantial forces to the subsequent United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor and its successor operations. Australia also landed combat troops in the country in 2006 to quell ethnic fighting that involved East Timorese police and soldiers.
How many hours is Timor-Leste to Australia?
5 hours, 16 minutes
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How many Australians died in Timor?
Deaths as a result of service with Australian units
| Conflict | Dates of conflict | Number of deaths |
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| Bougainville | 1997-2003 | 1 |
| East Timor | 16 September 1999 to 18 August 2003 | 2 |
| East Timor (Operation Astute) | 1999-2013 | 2 |
| Afghanistan | 11 October 2001 to present | 43 |
What is the closest country to Australia?
Australia lies between the Pacific and Indian oceans. It is the largest island – and one of the largest countries – in the world. Its closest neighbours are New Zealand to the east and Papua New Guinea to the north.
What direction is Indonesia from Australia?
Australia is located nearly west side to Indonesia. The given west direction from Indonesia is only approximate.
Is Timor-Leste part of Australia?
Australia has been at the forefront of international support for Timor-Leste since its independence in 2002 (diplomatic relations formally commenced on 20 May 2002), and remains Timor-Leste’s largest partner in development.
How many Aussies died in Afghanistan?
41 Australian soldiers
41 Australian soldiers have been killed (34 as a result of enemy action) and 261 wounded (including two sailors and one airman), the majority since October 2007. Another Australian was killed while serving with the British Army.
Does Australia still have troops in Iraq?
Australian combat troops ceased their operational role in Iraq on 31 July 2009. By May 2011 all non-US coalition forces had withdrawn from Iraq and the US military withdraw all forces on 18 December 2011, thus ending the Iraq War.