Pakistan, Aug. 12 -- The Kabul evacuation 2021 became one of the most dramatic and difficult military operations in recent British history after the Taliban seized Afghanistan's capital. As Afghan forces collapsed and the militant group entered Kabul, thousands of people rushed to escape, including interpreters and other Afghans who had supported British troops during their 20-year mission.

The British military launched Operation Pitting to evacuate eligible Afghans and British nationals from the country. The operation unfolded under extreme pressure as crowds gathered around Hamid Karzai International Airport, creating a desperate race against time for those hoping to board evacuation flights. Security concerns remained high throughout ...