Conflict resolution

Italian soldiers running a first-aid course for Afghans in Gozara province. Some residents are unhappy that promised reconstruction work has yet to materialise. (Photo: ISAF media)

Italian soldiers running a first-aid course for Afghans in Gozara province. Some residents are unhappy that promised reconstruction work has yet to materialise. (Photo: ISAF media)

Fading Reconstruction Hopes in Western Afghan District

Locals say insurgents feeding on resentment at undelivered pledges.

9 May 11

A fiery sermon at the Hazrat Ali mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif preceded a demonstration that left at least 12 dead including seven UN staff. (Photo: ISAF Public Affairs Photo)

A fiery sermon at the Hazrat Ali mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif preceded a demonstration that left at least 12 dead including seven UN staff. (Photo: ISAF Public Affairs Photo)

Afghan Police Criticised Over Mazar Violence

Questions over failure to contain protests that left at least 12 dead.

14 Apr 11

American soldiers at an outpost in the southern Zabul province. Washington plans to withdraw its forces from active operations by 2014, but maintain a presence after that to provide support for the Afghan army. (Photo: Staff Sergeant Adam Mancini/US Army)

American soldiers at an outpost in the southern Zabul province. Washington plans to withdraw its forces from active operations by 2014, but maintain a presence after that to provide support for the Afghan army. (Photo: Staff Sergeant Adam Mancini/US Army)

Afghans Debate Future US Presence

Some fear threats from neighbouring countries more than idea of permanent American military bases.

5 Apr 11

In a carefree moment, an Uzbek girl plays with a ball on the streets of Osh, February 2011. (Photo: Igor Kovalenko)

In a carefree moment, an Uzbek girl plays with a ball on the streets of Osh, February 2011. (Photo: Igor Kovalenko)

Remaking Life in South Kyrgyzstan

Images reflect slow pace of recovery in Osh.

22 Mar 11

Georgia Seeks Gains From Russia in Trade Bloc Talks

Opposition leaders say government should focus on achievable economic deals with Moscow rather than pressing political demands.

11 Mar 11

Kyrgyz Police Short on Public Support

21 Jan 11

How Real is Islamic Threat in Kyrgyzstan?

18 Jan 11

Concern at Decade-Old Mutiny Trials in Tajikistan

15 Jan 11

Washington's LRA Plan Gets Mixed Reaction

Northern Ugandans welcome international support to flush out rebel force, but many still urge peaceful solution to the conflict.

15 Jan 11

During the June 2010 clashes, handwritten signs appeared across Osh denoting areas and property as Uzbek or – as here – Kyrgyz in the hope they would be left along. (Photo: Inga Sikorskaya)

During the June 2010 clashes, handwritten signs appeared across Osh denoting areas and property as Uzbek or – as here – Kyrgyz in the hope they would be left along. (Photo: Inga Sikorskaya)

Deep Rifts Remain in Conflict-Torn Kyrgyz South

Rebuilding and reconciliation efforts slow to take off as tensions persist.

14 Jan 11

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