Aziz Ahmad Tassal

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Helmand opium production said to be increasing this year because price is high and eradication not as active as last year. (Photo by Sgt. Shawn Coolman at www.flickr.com/photos/isafmedia/4510605390, ISAF Public Affairs)

Helmand opium production said to be increasing this year because price is high and eradication not as active as last year. (Photo by Sgt. Shawn Coolman at www.flickr.com/photos/isafmedia/4510605390, ISAF Public Affairs)

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

Karzai Faces Anger in Marja

Town residents grill president over casualties, corruption and reconstruction. By Aziz Ahmad Tassal in Helmand (ARR No. 355, 12-Mar-10)

13 Mar 10

Afghans Reconciled With Election Results

Majority seem relieved they will not have to take part in second round of voting.

9 Nov 09

Foreign Troops Accused in Helmand Raid Massacre

Residents of a southern village tell of a night of violence at the hands of foreign and Afghan soldiers.

15 Jan 08

The Limits of Afghan Press Freedom

16 Nov 07

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