CHIPPENHAM MP Michelle Donelan has praised the British Army for their role in the UK Government's effort to rescue Afghans from Kabul.
Thousands of British nationals, as well as vulnerable Afghans who helped the British Army during the 20-year war, have been evacuated from Kabul following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.
Miss Donelan said: "My respect can not really be put into words for our national heroes.
"Since 14 August 2021, our brave Armed Forces have evacuated over 15,000 British nationals and vulnerable Afghans through Operation PITTING.
"16 Air Assault Brigade, the Army's airborne rapid reaction force, is now returning home to the UK. I want to say a massive thank for their hard work to save lives."
It is feared about 800 to 1,100 eligible Afghans, including those who worked for the UK government, and 100-150 British nationals were unable to get on evacuation flights.
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