Improved security allows British troops to close Afghan base
The transition of security responsibilities from British to Afghan forces has taken a big step forward, with the closure of a UK-run checkpoint.
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The transition of security responsibilities from British to Afghan forces has taken a big step forward, with the closure of a UK-run checkpoint.
Ongoing co-operation following the UK-France Summit and the mission in Afghanistan were top of the agenda during British Defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox’s visit to Paris today.
British-trained policemen in Afghanistan’s Helmand province have extended their influence to a new area and detained five suspected poppy famers in a joint operation with British troops.
A novel fundraising idea saw a British officer start his New Year running from the jaws of a deadly attack dog at Camp Bastion in southern Helmand province.