Election Officials Prepare for Painstaking Count
Observers and political agents keep a close watch as ballot papers brought in by donkey are sorted ahead of the final count.
3 Mar 05
Afghanistan
Journalists Kept Out of Polls
Officials blame crossed wires as reason why some reporters were prevented from observing the voting process.
3 Mar 05
Strong Showing by Women Voters
In at least two provinces, female voters outnumbered their male counterparts.
2 Mar 05
Election No Cause for Complacency
Despite peaceful vote, a rights group warns that the rule of the gun still persists and that dangers lie ahead.
2 Mar 05
Some Clergy Still Oppose the Vote
Village mullahs say only religious leaders should be allowed to choose the nation’s leader.
2 Mar 05
Polls Peaceful in Wardak
Voters in the central Afghan province now await the results of the presidential ballot.
2 Mar 05
Voters Allege Intimidation in the North
Some people say they were forced to vote for General Dostum.
2 Mar 05
Election Security a Success
Training and cooperation are credited with keeping the peace during the presidential vote.
2 Mar 05
Afghans Speak Out on US Vote
Many say they support President Bush because he led to the ouster of the Taleban, but other hope John Kerry might bring about a review of US policies.
2 Mar 05
Disaster Strikes Downtown Kabul
Merchants fear a downturn after a suicide attack on a street frequented by foreigners.
2 Mar 05
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