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Reporters claim that officials are no longer willing to cooperate with their requests for information.
Forces sent on special security course after IWPR story on growing wave of attacks in Herat.
Forces sent on special security course after IWPR story on growing wave of attacks in Herat.
Some candidates claim Iranians backed election hopefuls who would support Tehran’s interests.
Parliamentary candidates and police trade accusations over security failings ahead of election.
Many eligible voters reportedly angry that they have not been able to register for the September ballot.
Postponement of general election viewed with suspicion by ordinary people and analysts.
Police official says he has credible evidence that Taleban chief opposed to Salma Dam is funded by Iranians.
Some say diplomatic mission will bring risk of attacks, but others hopeful it will boost city.
Witnesses tell of ballot-box stuffing, gifts for votes and intimidation in election.