Afghanistan

Pre-Election Intimidation Reported

Officials in central province play down reports of threats, and say they have the situation well in hand.

3 Mar 05

Powerful warlord accepts his removal, but rioters target the offices of the UN and other international agencies.

3 Mar 05

Dr Abdul Satar Sirat, a former adviser to King Zahir Shar and an Islamic scholar, is campaigning as a symbol of national unity.

3 Mar 05

Acute shortage of medical facilities has dire consequences for public health.

3 Mar 05

Some northern generals appear to be subverting a UN programme designed to disarm their powerful militias.

3 Mar 05

There are signs that Afghans, traumatised by war and political upheaval, are finding it easier to cope.

3 Mar 05

Critics question the value of holding elections when so many problems remain, but others say it's too late to waver.

3 Mar 05

Survey reveals that many believe the president to be a king.

3 Mar 05

Government taking steps to build a single unified national army through the disarmament of the militias, but it's been an uphill battle in the north.

3 Mar 05

Traffic congestion and rising accident rates have prompted the authorities to take action.

3 Mar 05

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