The last regular British troops are leaving Afghanistan after a 20-year mission.
Kyiv. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – July 4, 2021 – International News
A total of 454 British soldiers and civilians have been killed in Afghanistan since Operation Enduring Freedom, led by the United States, in response to the 9/11 attacks.
In April, US President Joe Biden said it was “time to end the longest war in America,” and the United States handed over strategic support to Bagram Air Base at Afghan security forces.
The last of Britain’s 750 soldiers, who are part of a NATO training mission, is due to leave today.
US President Joe Biden has announced a decision to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by September 11, 2021. About 650 US troops remain to protect their embassy.
The mission of the German armed forces (Bundeswehr) in Afghanistan is over.
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Source: Ukrgate
