Western Press Question Poll Credibility
Papers report on alleged fraud, illegal block-voting, intimidation and bribery in the run-up to ballot.
4 Sep 09
Afghanistan
Children Languish Behind Bars
Stretched justice system keeps young people in jail for months without trial.
3 Sep 09
Afghans Speak of Electoral Fraud and Fear
Witnesses tell of ballot-box stuffing, gifts for votes and intimidation in election.
1 Sep 09
Fraud Claims Question Poll Credibility
Election commission received over 400 complaints so far, with more than 40 possibly major enough to affect outcome.
26 Aug 09
Gun-Loving Kurds Mull Controls
Iraqi Kurds’ conflicted relationship with firearms laid bare in recent election.
26 Aug 09
Taleban Tactics Take Their Toll
In many southern areas, polling stations remained firmly closed because of insurgent intimidation and violence.
24 Aug 09
What They Said
IWPR provides snapshot of what leading candidates, diplomats and commentators have been saying about the Afghan poll.
21 Aug 09
Herat Arms Villagers to Secure Voting
Local militias set to provide security but many are sceptical.
20 Aug 09
Heratis Flee Violence Ahead of Ballot
Thousands escape battle between US-led forces and local insurgent group.
20 Aug 09
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