Afghan Execution Protests Anger Iran
Neighbours at odds about reports Afghan refugees have been executed in Iran for trafficking narcotics.
18 May 10
Drugs
Helmand Poppy Growth Surges
After a two-year slump in opium prices, farmers and officials say production and revenues in Helmand are rising again.
27 Apr 10
From Pomegranates to Poppies
Helmand’s farmers are chopping down their pomegranate trees for the more lucrative opium plants, while blaming the government for failing to help them.
22 Nov 07
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