Over 1,000 non-US NATO troops died in Afghanistan, with many seriously wounded, leading to condemnation of Donald Trump for his remarks about troops staying off the frontlines. Britain was involved in the Afghan operations from the beginning until the US withdrawal in 2021. Despite being ready to send troops after 9/11, the US opted for special forces only, with British forces working closely with American counterparts. British forces remained in Afghanistan until the final US withdrawal, reflecting the shared successes and failures of good allies.
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