Afghanistan: Civilians Caught Up in Revenge Attacks
Relatives of both of state security operatives and insurgents say they are subject to harassment from the other side.
Relatives of both of state security operatives and insurgents say they are subject to harassment from the other side.
Whole families live and work in brick factories, struggling to pay off impossible debts.
When men take multiple wives, the emotional cost can be enormous.
Campaigners hail progress in efforts to end ancient practice.
Penal code allows men to claim extenuating circumstances in cases of so-called honour killings.
Campaigners say that women are routinely victimised and subjected to traumatic and invasive tests.
Activists warn that public awareness campaigns are having little impact.
Most schools are closed, but teachers still receive their salaries.
Disabled people face social prejudice and a lack of government support.
Minors are seen as the ideal way to smuggle and supply narcotics.