The move is a major blow for an unknown number of Afghan interpreters stuck in Afghanistan, who face the threat of violent reprisals under Taliban rule.
The move impacts Afghan interpreters who helped Australians.The Albanese government is scrapping a crucial visa for Afghans who worked for Australia, including interpreters who supported Australian soldiers.
That move was recommended by an independent review of the LEE visa program, which found neither the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade nor Defence had "adequate case management systems in place". Glenn Kolomeitz, a military lawyer helping LEE applicants escape, described the review as "masterful" and said it would allow roughly 400 Afghans and their family members to reapply, having previously been rejected."There'll be a lot of work in the short timeframe," he told SBS News.
“The Taliban don't distinguish between an employee of an Australian agency or a contractor. If you worked for Australia, they're gonna kill you,” Dr Kolomeitz said.
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