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The flag that flew at Marmal camp in Mazar-e-Sharif from 2015 until June 2021 during NATO's Resolute Support mission
The flag that flew at Marmal camp in Mazar-e-Sharif from 2015 until June 2021 during NATO's Resolute Support mission - Credit: Ministrie van Defensie / Defensie.nl - License: All Rights Reserved
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Wednesday, 18 August 2021 - 14:20
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Defense calls on soldiers to not suppress feelings on Afghanistan's fall

On Twitter, the Ministry of Defense called on all veterans, soldiers and their families to talk about emotions and bad memories. "The situation in Afghanistan can be very stressful," the Ministry said. "Know: you are not alone."

According to the Ministry, the emotions and bad memories can quickly become too much. "Talk to colleagues, call your buddies, make contact," is the advice.

The Ministry announced that the company social workers and spiritual counselors are available to everyone in active service. Veterans can contact the Netherlands Veterans Institute.

With reporting by ANP

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