How many Afghan interpreters have been brought to Australia?
How many Afghan interpreters have been brought to Australia?
The ABC has confirmed that around 60 people – including Afghan interpreters and locally engaged staff in Kabul – have landed in Australia on recent commercial flights. The news was first reported by SBS.
How many interpreters have been killed in Afghanistan?
300 Afghan interpreters
Since 2014, at least 300 Afghan interpreters or their relatives have been killed. Now, as the Taliban have taken over the country, many of these Afghans fear being left behind.
Has Australia still got troops in Afghanistan?
The Australian government pulled its defence forces and other officials out of Kabul shortly before the suicide attacks that killed more than 60 Afghan civilians and 13 American military personnel.
Is Australia accepting Afghan refugees?
Afghan visa holders currently in Australia will not be asked to return to Afghanistan while their security is at risk. Afghan citizens currently in Australia on temporary visas will be supported by the Australian Government.
How can I help Australia in Afghanistan?
Donate or volunteer
- NSW: the Asylum Seekers Centre and Jesuit Refugee Service.
- Victoria: Asylum Seeker Resource Centre.
- Western Australia: Coalition Assisting Refugees and Detainees.
- South Australia Welcoming Australia.
- Queensland: Multicultural Australia and Romero Centre.
- ACT: Companion House.
Does Australia have an embassy in Afghanistan?
The Australian Embassy in Kabul operates from a number of locations that are not publicly disclosed due to security reasons. The Australian Embassy in Kabul has no visa function. For visa information, visit the Department of Home Affairs.
How many interpreters are still in Afghanistan?
Since 2008, some 70,000 Afghans – interpreters and their families – have moved to the US under a special immigrant visa awarded for their service. But some 20,000 interpreters and their families are still seeking a way out.
What wars are Australia involved in now?
Introduction. Since World War Two Australians have taken part in many other wars and conflicts, including Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Afghanistan and the ongoing “War on Terror”. In some conflicts we have marched into the front line, in others we have worked as peacekeepers and humanitarians.
How many Australian soldiers died in Afghanistan?
41 Australian Army soldiers
More than 26,000 Australian soldiers served in Afghanistan on Operation Slipper (2001-2014). For them and their families, this was a time of joy and grief, pride and loss. In more than a decade of operations, 41 Australian Army soldiers died in Afghanistan. Many more were wounded, some physically and others mentally.
Can I travel from Australia to Afghanistan?
We advise against all travel to and around Afghanistan. Our ability to provide consular assistance to Australians in Afghanistan is severely limited. Do not travel to Afghanistan due to: the extremely dangerous security situation and the very high threat of terrorist attack.
How can I help Afghan refugees Australia?
The Asia Pacific Network of Refugees (APNOR) has also launched an Afghan Crisis Helpline for Afghan nationals in Australia, Iran or Afghanistan. APNOR can provide emergency support items, link you with mental health counsellors and refer you for pro bono legal support. Call (+61) 1800 855 707.
Who are the interpreters for Australian troops in Afghanistan?
Afghan interpreter Hassan (centre) with coalition troops in Afghanistan. His high security clearance once allowed him to live on base alongside Australian forces, but he says now ‘I am living as a prisoner like I’m in jail’. Photograph: Jason Scanes Afghan interpreter Hassan (centre) with coalition troops in Afghanistan.
Who is the interpreter for Jason Scanes in Australia?
For five years Jason Scanes has been campaigning to bring his interpreter, Hassan, to Australia. He recently met with Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton and opposition leader Bill Shorten to press his case. “I remain hopeful that if we keep raising the issue, at some point the politicians will take note that this is a significant issue.
When did the Australian troops leave for Afghanistan?
He’s one of an unknown number of interpreters waiting in limbo after international Coalition forces withdrew in 2014. Australian forces had been deployed in Afghanistan since 2001, after US President George W Bush declared his ‘war on terror’ after the Sept 11 attacks.
Who was the Australian Special Forces officer in Afghanistan?
Retired special forces officer Capt Bruce Campbell, who deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 and 2011, said Australia had a special responsibility to locals who had worked with its forces.