Afghanistan

Afghan Youth Debates: Concerns About Youth Awareness of Polls

Afghan Youth Debates: Local Media Ready for Poll Challenge

Afghan Forces Accused of Helmand Civilian Casualties

Locals say non-combatants are dying at the hands of police and soldiers.

Islamabad Accused of Interfering in Afghan Peace Talks

Comments from senior figure seen as deliberate ploy to undermine Karzai administration.

Afghan Youth Debates: Women's Limited Role in Politics Under Threat

Afghan Youth Debates: Observers Crucial to Poll Transparency

Afghan Youth Debates: Young Voters Urged to Vote on Candidates' Merits

Afghan Youth Debates: Media Lack Money for Election Reporting

Capturing Votes in Western Afghanistan

Voters in Ghor province say they are being intimidated into pledging support for candidates backed by local strongmen.

Afghan District Makes Own Peace

Southeastern area enforces local rules forbidding support for insurgent groups.