US veterans urge State Department to rescue Afghans from Taliban

US military veterans and members of aid groups met Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday to push authorities to work faster in helping Afghans escape the Taliban.

Mr Blinken thanked representatives from #AfghanEvac, a coalition of more than 100 groups consisting of veterans, social workers, lawyers and advocates, for their efforts in helping bring vulnerable Afghans to safety.

“It was a good conversation. He listened to our concerns,” said Camille Mackler, who attended the virtual meeting.

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