Taleban Noose Around Wardak Tightens
Insurgents reportedly in control outside urban centres.
Insurgents Threaten Election Campaign in Afghan North
Voters and candidates in Balkh and Herat warn that security fears are disrupting election preparations.
No Life Outside for Female Ex-Cons in Afghanistan
Shame culture leaves women ostracised after they have served jail sentences.
Herati Uproar Over Voting Cards
Many eligible voters reportedly angry that they have not been able to register for the September ballot.
Helmand Bomb Deaths Could Boost Taleban
Reported air attack that killed 52 people may prove powerful recruiting tool for insurgents, despite NATO denials of responsibility.
Pakistan Trainees Report on Flood Disaster
Blog set up to host articles written by young people from some of worst-affected regions of Pakistan.
Pakistan: Jun/Jul ‘10
Blog set up to host articles written by young people from some of worst-affected regions of Pakistan.
Taleban Justice “Fairer” Than State Courts
In northern Afghanistan, some say judiciary is so corrupt they prefer to ask Taleban courts to adjudicate in disputes.
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