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Swine Flu Panic Grips Afghanistan
But government-declared state of emergency seen by some as motivated more by political interests than health concerns.
24 Nov 09
The Strange Case of Bala Murghab
Conflicting reports of dead and injured following US supply drop incident.
12 Nov 09
Heratis Mourn Rebel Commander
But government says Herat now safer after death of Ghulam Yahya Akbari in fight with Afghan and foreign troops.
13 Oct 09
Tragic Fate of Afghan Bomb Survivor
A year after her family died in an airstrike, a young girl still lives in the same village, alone and constantly in fear.
25 Sep 09
Heratis Sceptical About Election
Local say threats by insurgents and presence of foreign troops cast shadow over upcoming elections.
31 Jul 09
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