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'We were friends of the US': Fearful Afghans face Trump travel ban

Thousands living under Taliban rule worry for their futures after Afghanistan was included in a US travel-ban list.
The article from AOL News discusses the plight of Afghans who assisted the U.S. military and are now facing dire circumstances as the U.S. withdraws from Afghanistan. These individuals, who served as interpreters and in other support roles, are in hiding and fear for their lives due to potential Taliban retaliation. The article highlights the stories of specific individuals like Ajmal, who worked with U.S. Special Forces, and his family, who are currently in hiding. It also mentions the bureaucratic challenges and delays in the U.S. visa process that are preventing these Afghans from safely relocating to the United States. The piece underscores the urgency of the situation as the Taliban gains ground, and calls for quicker action from the U.S. government to help these allies escape the country.

Read the Full BBC Article at:
[ https://www.aol.com/news/were-friends-us-fearful-afghans-115544467.html ]