Maiwand Safi

Taleban Fighters Divided on Peace Talks

In eastern province, some insurgents are ready to stop fighting.

Afghanistan: Aug/Sep '11 Part II

IWPR story revealed that members of village security forces in Kapisa province were quitting over poor pay and equipment.

Report Helps to Resolve Afghan Police Problems

IWPR story revealed that members of village security forces in Kapisa province were quitting over poor pay and equipment.

Local Reconstruction Effort Goes Awry

Afghan Local Police Defect Over Pay

Paramilitaries in Kapisa region complain Afghan authorities ignore their role in fending off Taleban attacks.

Afghan Lawmakers Tackle Karzai on US Deal

Legislators say president has no right to call national congress to discuss long-term American military presence.

Hostages to Misfortune in Afghanistan

NATO troops urged not to hand over detainees to Afghan counterparts.

Afghan Schools Short on Buildings and Books

While officials hail progress on education, only half the country’s schools have the premises and teaching materials they need.

Fertiliser Ban Hits Afghan Farmers

Ammonium nitrate banned because of its use as explosive, but orchard owners say their trees are starved of nutrients.

Taleban Vent Ire on Afghan Local Police

Insurgents say no weddings or funeral services for “infidel” police recruits – on pain of death.