Frank Gardner

Frank Gardner is the BBC's Security Correspondent. He is newsworthy due to his recent reflection on his experiences covering the war in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2021. His report focuses on the shared experiences of those who served in Afghanistan, highlighting the dangers and everyday realities of deployment, including rocket attacks, IEDs, and life on Forward Operating Bases. Gardner's perspective is relevant as the world reflects on the long-term impact of the Afghanistan war following the withdrawal of international forces. His reporting provides insight into the lived experiences of those who served in various roles during the conflict, offering a human perspective on the challenges and realities of the war.