Middle East

Snows Bring Mixed Blessings

While the heaviest accumulation in at least five years may help ease the current drought, some suffer from the inclement weather.

16 Nov 05

Having fled Iraq, Iran and Pakistan, 29 refugees are seeking sanctuary in Afghanistan.

16 Nov 05

A plan to restore electric bus service in Kabul may go a long way towards easing congestion and pollution.

16 Nov 05

Nearly 2,500 of those who have signed up have decided life in the military is not for them.

16 Nov 05

Tehran opens diplomatic mission in Mazar where nine Iranians were killed by Taleban forces.

16 Nov 05

After an eight year absence, Afghanistan will be sending both male and female competitors to the Olympics in Athens.

16 Nov 05

Although number of sufferers is small, Afghanistan is seen as country where virus may thrive.

16 Nov 05

Arrests and executions reported in western city following a clash between governor Ismail Khan and a local army commander.

16 Nov 05

Along with other new-found freedoms, young women are getting a chance to participate in sports such as football.

16 Nov 05

Self-immolation is seen as the only way out for some who suffer physical violence and sexual abuse at the hands of their families.

16 Nov 05

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