Afghan ex-interpreters seek French visas, citing threats
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By AFP 9 mins ago in World
Nearly 100 Afghan former interpreters for the French army demanded French visas on Tuesday so they can leave their country, saying they face regular threats from Islamist insurgents.
The group, which gathered near the French embassy but was promptly dispersed by police, displayed banners calling for protection and France's solidarity with endangered interpreters.
"Why are we still here in Kabul? Why were our demands rejected by the French government?" said Khodadad Adib, 28, their representative.
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