Mother of soldier killed in Afghanistan insists British troops did make a positive difference in the war-torn country
However, Marine Mackie's mother said the US-led intervention in the country had provided Afghans with respite from an oppressive regime.Lee Mackie said she could relate to the "fear and apprehension" currently being experienced in Afghanistan"There was a certain amount of normality, women's rights and education was progressing.
Ms Mackie said she could "relate to the fear and apprehension" of those currently in Afghanistan, where many people are trying to escape the prospect of a new Taliban government.The Taliban took control of Afghanistan in a blisteringly fast military campaign
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