Peter Eichstaedt

Unfinished Business in Afghanistan

Killing of top negotiator could be sign of worse conflict to come once international troops leave.

Afghan IWPR Contributor Dies in Taleban Attack

Omid Khpelwak had helped arrange an IWPR workshop and agreed to become a local contributor and editor.

Afghan Gloom

Killing of president's brother and Kabul hotel attack are weather vanes pointing to a dark future for Afghanistan.

Hasty Withdrawal From Afghanistan a Bad Idea

With the death of Osama bin Laden in early May and growing concerns among Americans about a faltering economy and growing national debt, there is a growing clamour for a rapid withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan.

Mazar Tragedy Tests Western Resolve

But it would be wrong for Mazar killings and other deadly protests to fuel calls for an international withdrawal from Afghanistan.

More Robust International Action in DRC Needed

Offensive Against Kony Backfires

Tensions Over Abyei Growing

Contested oil-rich region may trigger renewed conflict between north and south.

Kampala Running Out of Patience With Kony

More frustration for Ugandan officials and international peace negotiators as rebel leader rebuffs them again.

Kony's Survival Ploy