Tajik Authorities Struggle to Quell Militants
Attack by armed militia leaves 25 government soldiers dead, raises questions about stability and foreign Islamist presence.
4 Oct 10
Afghanistan
Afghan Women's Fragile Gains Face Threat
Female participation in recent election reached all-time high, but hard-won gains could easily be reversed.
29 Sep 10
Herat Women in the Driving Seat
Rising numbers of female drivers despite widespread opposition and harassment in conservative city.
29 Sep 10
Afghan Carpet Industry On The Up
Traders say better quality materials and new designs have boosted traditional handicraft in the north.
29 Sep 10
Afghanistan: Election Fraud Claims in Ghazni
Candidate denies assaulting election officers and stuffing ballot boxes.
27 Sep 10
Afghanistan: Aug/Sep '10
Afghan media chiefs say IWPR feature helped them better understand lawless reality in province.
23 Sep 10
“Powerful” Wardak Report
Afghan media chiefs say IWPR feature helped them better understand lawless reality in province.
22 Sep 10
Helmand Vote Marred by Attacks
While avoiding large-scale violence, province sees low turnout for Afghan parliamentary election.
21 Sep 10
Candidates Told to Remove Their Posters
20 Sep 10
Election Problems in Logar and Khost
20 Sep 10
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