UK Resets Path for 884 Afghan Special Forces

0:00It's March 26. From breaking headlines to political updates, this is Europe News Today, powered by AI. Hundreds of former Afghan Special Forces members now have a clear path to resettle in the United Kingdom. On Thursday, ministers announced that 884 rejected cases from two elite units, known as the Triples, have been overturned. These ex-soldiers from units CF-333 and ATF-444 qualify under the Afghan relocation and assistance policy, pending standard. FISA checks. The policy launched in April 2021 to protect those who worked alongside British forces and face risks after the Taliban takeover. Earlier this year, in February 2024, the previous government admitted some decisions lack strength in order to review of around two. Thousand applications. Lawmakers had heard there was no proof of direct employment by the UK, leading to initial rejections. Americans highlighted deep regret over the long wait times for these veterans who served

1:01bravely. Officials later uncovered records of British government payments to the Afghan troops, reshaping the review. In total, about 3,300 triples applications got a fresh look as part of this effort. Minister Luke Pollard stressed that, while the past can change, the work to honor these contributors moves forward with the Ministry of Defense. It's an ongoing improvement for those who supported the UK mission.