You have actually to get out on the ground , '' Stirrup said . 18 servicemen have died this month , compared with 19 in January 2006 . Most deaths attributed to Operation Panther 's Claw in Helmand province . Air Chief Marshal says casualties pale in comparison to the civilian deaths . Sudden death triggers outcry in UK , criticism of tactics used in operations .
18 servicemen have died this month , compared with 19 in January 2006 . Most deaths attributed to Operation Panther 's Claw in Helmand province . Air Chief Marshal says casualties pale in comparison to the civilian deaths . Sudden death triggers outcry in UK , criticism of tactics used in operations .