Afghanistan

Language Controversy

The predominant use of Dari in grand assembly proceedings has angered many Pashto-speakers.

21 Feb 05

Provincial delegates pour out their troubles to Afghanistan's newly elected leader.

21 Feb 05

Although access to the grand assembly compound has been strictly controlled, this reporter managed to get in with a pool of journalists on Sunday.

21 Feb 05

The country's smaller ethnic communities are keen to have their say at the grand assembly.

21 Feb 05

Grand assembly reminded that authorities are not honouring agreement to free jailed Taleban foot-soldiers.

21 Feb 05

Controversial commander's actions are alienating Afghanistan's power brokers, including the ex-king he claims to support.

21 Feb 05

Trouble is brewing as Karzai continues to delay naming his cabinet.

21 Feb 05

After days of rumour and intrigue, Hamid Karzai finally announces his cabinet, with appointments drawing broad support from Loya Jirga delegates.

21 Feb 05

The removal of the Taleban has not freed the country's women from the head-to-toe dark blue garments that came to symbolise oppression and cruelty.

21 Feb 05

WHO urges Afghan medical students to tackle rural health problems but safety worries are hampering progress.

21 Feb 05

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