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UK forces help Afghan community rebuild bridge

A UK military team has helped an Afghan community in Helmand to rebuild a bridge destroyed by Taliban insurgents when they were driven out of the area.

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Royal Engineers build a new future for Afghanistan

By Sharon Black

A Royal Engineers team is helping local Afghans in Lashkar Gah build a future beyond 2014 by offering advice on a range of projects vital to the security of the area. Report by Ian Carr.

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Gurkhas get involved with Afghan Community Pride days

By Sharon Black

Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles (2 RGR), deployed to Nad ‘Ali (South), are taking part in community activities more than actual fighting after finding significant progress in the level of security in the area.

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Reconstruction team head sees progress in Nad ‘Ali

By Sharon Black

The head of the Helmand Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) says he is impressed by the progress being made by Royal Marines from 42 Commando in Nad ‘Ali (North), after visiting villages in the area.

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Religious leaders meet and forge relationships in Helmand

By Sharon Black

A shura was recently held in central Helmand between local elders and religious representatives of the Afghan forces, Royal Marines and Gurkhas all currently working together in the area.

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Royal Marines work with Afghan Forces to protect their communities

By Sharon Black

Royal Marines from Zulu Company, 45 Commando Royal Marines, have this month been working with Afghan soldiers and local police in Nad ‘Ali (South) to provide greater security and stability in the area of Zaborabad.

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Engineers dismantle Cumbrian flood bridge

By Sharon Black

Army Engineers have returned to Cumbria to dismantle the temporary military bridge that was erected over the River Derwent during the severe flooding of the area in 2009.

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2 RTR partner with Danish counterparts during 2 PARA operation

By Sharon Black

During a recent 2 PARA Battle Group operation in the area of Nahr-e Saraj (South), the 2nd Royal Tank Regiment’s (2 RTR’s) Mastiff Group conducted a joint operation with their Leopard tank counterparts in the Danish Army.