Opposition Over Russian-Armenian Air Defence
Fears that Moscow cannot be trusted as a guarantor of national security.
19 Jun 16
Fears that Moscow cannot be trusted as a guarantor of national security.
Despite state investment, residents struggle with water shortages and dilapidated housing.
Many border areas are either lawless or controlled by militants, raising the prospect of destabilisation.
Rising instability in northern Afghanistan prompts security rethink.
Five deaths under unclear circumstances suggest culture of violence continues.
Bullying, low morale and underfunding leave conscript forces in poor shape.