Constitution Delayed
Officials insist next year's elections are on track despite Loya Jirga postponement.
16 Nov 05
Afghanistan
Blasphemy Editor Unrepentant
Journalist has “no regrets” over writing allegedly un-Islamic article that could cost him his life.
16 Nov 05
Moonlighting in Kabul
Dire pay forces civil servants to take second jobs, making government less effective.
16 Nov 05
UK-Led Team in Mazar Says Security Top Priority
British reconstruction team leader defends lack of quick results in Mazar-e Sharif, saying that security must take precedence.
16 Nov 05
Charlatans or Holy Men?
Police and religious leaders struggle to crack down on beggars who they believe con gullible worshippers.
16 Nov 05
Government Curbs Northern Warlords
Feuding commanders' armies to merge as Kabul shows resolve.
16 Nov 05
Funeral Woes for Hindus
Hindu and Sikh community wants to reopen Kabul cemetery for cremations, but locals object.
16 Nov 05
Warlords Told to Pack Up
Will ordering the north’s two main commanders to give up their private armies really work?
16 Nov 05
Thirsty Town Taps Into Iran
Drought-stricken border region looks around for vital water supplies.
16 Nov 05
Gurkhas Win Hearts and Minds
Nepalese troops made to feel at home as they patrol outskirts of Kabul.
16 Nov 05
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