Afghanistan
Helmand Gathering Calls for Afghan Election Delay
Some suspect the meeting was orchestrated by Karzai supporters who want to prolong his term.
16 Jul 13
Afghanistan: Energy Theft a Burning Issue in Nangarhar
People have to endure punishing summer temperatures or pay high prices for electricity to cool themselves.
15 Jul 13
Tough Job Ahead for Under-Resourced Afghan Forces
Some commentators say the army needs more than Kalashnikovs to deal with an increasingly confident Taleban.
1 Jul 13
Afghan Journalist Training Reform One Step Closer
Expert debate hears calls to build a broader education into courses for would-be reporters.
19 Jun 13
Emergency Aid for Afghan Bomb Victims "Stolen"
Investigation indicates that large consignment of medical supplies was diverted and sold off illegally.
13 Jun 13
Helmand Hit by Summer Fighting
Militants hope to exploit security vacuum as international forces reduce presence.
4 Jun 13
Tackling Heroin Use in Afghan South
New treatment clinic promised for Zabul, but underlying causes run much deeper.
22 May 13
Mountains of Wealth in Afghanistan
21 May 13
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