Was UK army not involved in Afghan and Libyan operations with NATO?

 Yes, the UK army was involved in military operations in Afghanistan and Libya as part of NATO. Here are some examples of the UK's involvement in these operations:

1. Operation Ellamy: In 2011, the UK participated in Operation Ellamy, which was the codename for the UK's participation in the military intervention in Libya
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   . The operation was designated by NATO as Operation Unified Protector and involved air strikes against Libyan government forces
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   . The UK was one of several countries involved in the operation, which was aimed at protecting civilians and enforcing a no-fly zone over Libya
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2. Afghanistan: The UK was involved in the military intervention in Afghanistan, which began in 2001 as part of a coalition tasked with finding the leaders of al-Qaeda after the 9/11 terrorist attacks
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   . In 2006, British troops were sent to the southern province of Helmand as part of a reorganization of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), which was under NATO control
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   . The UK's intended role was to provide stability and security for reconstruction projects, but their arrival provoked a violent response from a resurgent Taliban
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   . British combat troops left Afghanistan in 2014
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In conclusion, the UK was involved in military operations in Afghanistan and Libya as part of NATO. The UK's involvement in these operations was aimed at protecting civilians, enforcing no-fly zones, and providing stability and security for reconstruction projects.