Afghanistan

Women Sing Softly on TV

British Murder Suspect Released Under Amnesty

Hindus Get Site for Last Rites

Journalists Seek a Common Voice

Few Women Behind the Wheel

Former Soldiers Unpaid and Angry

Loya Jirga: Roundup of Proceedings

Historic assembly produced plenty of controversy and, in the end, a brand-new constitution.

Security Lapses Exposed

Safety concerns raised as Kabul assembly gets underway.

Moderate Chosen to Chair Gathering

Elder statesman with impeccable mujahedin credentials may exert moderating influence on Loja Jirga proceedings.

Compromises Anger Delegates

While there was praise for the work of the grand assembly, particularly in the field of women’s rights, frustrations at many of the decisions made and complaints over government interference were also expressed.