Marja Residents Flee Unrest
Caught between government and Taleban forces, locals say their only choice is to seek refuge elsewhere.
20 May 10
Afghanistan
Afghan Execution Protests Anger Iran
Neighbours at odds about reports Afghan refugees have been executed in Iran for trafficking narcotics.
18 May 10
The Drug Courier Children of Herat
13 May 10
Badghis Pistachio Forests Face Destruction
Poverty and a lack of fuel leading people to chop down valuable nut trees.
13 May 10
Helmand Poppy Growth Surges
After a two-year slump in opium prices, farmers and officials say production and revenues in Helmand are rising again.
27 Apr 10
Afghan Dam Story Makes Headlines
20 Apr 10
Military Swoop Disappoints Marja People
Operation to tackle rebels goes on but locals wait for promised reconstruction. By Mohammad Ilyas Dayee in Helmand
15 Apr 10
Taleban Defiant Following Marja Operation
Insurgents vow to hit back hard after offensive by international forces. By Hewad in Kabul
15 Apr 10
New Lease of Life for Liberated Herat District
Insurgent commander’s demise ends reign of oppression in Gozara, western Afghanistan. By Mustafa Saber in Herat
13 Apr 10
Ex-Taleban Chief: Talks With Insurgents Futile
Former rebel fighter believes there’s no point in talks because neither side is prepared to compromise. By Habiburrahman Ibrahimi in Kabul
12 Apr 10
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