Expectations Plummet as Afghan Peace Jirga Opens
The failure of the Pakistani president to appear at Kabul’s much-heralded anti-terrorism conference dampened already faint hopes of success.
14 Aug 07
Afghanistan
Helmand: Precision Strike or Reckless Bombing?
International forces say an air strike targeted Taleban leaders, but locals say the bombs killed hundreds of innocent civilians.
9 Aug 07
Northern Governor Lashes Out at NATO
With tensions mounting between foreign troops and the local population, the head of one northern province goes on the warpath.
24 Jul 07
Herat Women Thirst for Education
Women in this western city are flocking to literacy classes, which are transforming their lives.
17 Jul 07
Concern at Plans to Expel Afghan Refugees From Tajik Capital
Recent arrivals told they must leave Dushanbe and live wherever their residence papers were issued.
16 Jul 07
Trouble on All Fronts in Helmand
The Taleban may not be the only, or even the worst, problem Helmand is facing.
13 Jul 07
Afghanistan: June ‘07
Radio journalists from Helmand province learn valuable new skills at Kabul workshop.
13 Jul 07
Afghanistan: June ‘07
Reuters impressed with IWPR trainees in Helmand, while local PRT press spokesman says journalists are asking him tougher questions.
13 Jul 07
Costly Park Project Puzzles Helmand Residents
British funding for a new green space in one of the more troubled parts of Lashkar Gah has left residents wondering about the international community’s priorities.
10 Jul 07
Germans Back to Work in Kunduz
The decision by the German development agency to stop its reconstruction efforts in Kunduz was short-lived.
9 Jul 07
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