And in haiti, the search for survivors in collapsed buildings, as the Death Toll from a huge earthquake rises to nearly 1300. Hello and welcome to the programme. As the taliban move into kabul, western countries are moving out, Commandeering The Airport to evacuate Embassy Staff and others desperate to leave. The pentagon is sending a further 1,000 american troops to assist with the us evacuation effort. British troops are supporting the evacuation of british and afghan civilians. More than 60 countries have signed a statement saying all afghans and other citizens who want to leave afghanistan must be allowed to depart. They say those in power are responsible for the protection of life and property, and the restoration of order. Graham satchell reports on the latest developments. 0n On Board A Plane Due To Leave Kabul overnight but at the last minute they are told the flight will not be going. Passengers are forced to rejoin the chaos outside. There is Panic And Fear everywhere. For20
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This is bbc world news, the latest headlines: there s a desperate scramble to leave afghanistan, with hundreds flooding kabul airport after the taliban take the afghan capital, 20 years after being forced from power. their arrival has sparked the closure of western embassies and the us sends in more toops to help with the evacuation effort. internet equipment maker cisco is preparing to launch a post pandemic hybrid office model in chicago. the chicago office will serve as a collaboration centre where teams can come together under a hybrid work model and will include a vibrant backyard where all can explore, connect, and deepen the company s ties to the city, the company says.