Afghanistan

Policewomen Bemoan Uniform Restictions

Female law enforcers may soon be back on the streets of Kabul but lingering conservative attitudes mean they won’t be in uniform.

21 Feb 05

International agencies are working to clear Afghanistan’s former battlefields, as landmines continue to claim victims.

21 Feb 05

A supreme court ruling may result in a new dilemma for President Hamed Karzai.

21 Feb 05

Afghans believe that the reconstruction of the famous Bamiyan Buddhas could prove to be an important, symbolic step towards the country's recovery.

21 Feb 05

Hundreds of homeless Afghan families find shelter amid the ruins of the Bamiyan Buddhas

21 Feb 05

Traders using neglected ancient site say restoration plan fails to compensate them.

21 Feb 05

Afghan men flock in their thousands to watch outlawed blood sport.

21 Feb 05

Afghans look to new union to give them a much-needed competitive edge.

21 Feb 05

Massive privatisation aimed at resuscitating ailing economy.

21 Feb 05

Highly-trained Afghan troops prepare to protect the life of their president.

21 Feb 05

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