
'Rapidly Deteriorating Situation' Stopped Call To Afghanistan, Raab Says
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said ministers have worked "tirelessly" over the last week to evacuate British nationals and Afghans.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said ministers have worked "tirelessly" over the last week to evacuate British nationals and Afghans.
Leo Docherty, Minister for Defence People and Veterans, says support has come "a long way" since he served in Afghanistan.
The Taliban has seized control in Kabul as the western military presence has receded.
Dominic Raab said the UK would have "taken action" if it had anticipated the "very swift change in the dynamics" in the country.
"Only a deep sense of injustice could drive these brave and respectful souls to this point," said Gurkhas activist Joanna Lumley.
A Tory MP labelled the withdrawal "a shambles" and criticised the wider mission in Afghanistan as "poorly executed" and "unrealistic".
The Taliban have claimed control of Kabul, with hundreds of British personnel deployed to the Afghan capital to rescue UK nationals.
Lord Robertson says the UK must now bolster its defences, as the inevitable international ramifications "will not be good".
Boris Johnson also said there "isn’t a military solution" to Afghanistan.
Ben Wallace's comments came during a UN open debate on the theme 'Enhancing maritime security: a case for international co-operation'.
The Prime Minister represented the Queen at the Sovereign's Parade, inspecting cadets and awarding prizes.
Shadow Armed Forces Minister Stephen Morgan accused the Government of "failing" Afghan staff who supported British Armed Forces.
The Government said "considerable misreporting" has fed the "impression" of a lack of support for staff looking to relocate to the UK.
Ben Wallace also stated Afghan civilians "dismissed for minor offences" will be accepted to resettle in the UK.
The UK has said it is highly likely that Iran was behind the drone strike on the MV Mercer Street off the coast of Oman.
China says it is ready to deal with 'improper acts' as the fleet patrols the international waters.