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Military Land Seizures Feed Afghan Anger
Locals say foreign and Afghan troops take over their houses and land without permission or compensation.
27 Mar 12
Corruption Plagues Road-Building in Helmand
Officials halt construction in following complaints of substandard work.
24 Mar 12
Can Afghan Forces Manage Alone in Helmand?
Residents say national army and police may prove unable to halt Taleban return.
4 Jan 12
Rising Opium Production in Helmand
Farmers shift to growing poppy in areas where official counter-narcotics programme doesn’t reach.
3 Jan 12
Licensed Banditry in Helmand
Armed employees of local security firms accused of robbery and worse.
17 Dec 11
Bitter Medicine in Helmand
Imported pharmaceuticals pose real risk to those who take them.
25 Oct 11
Helmand Farmers Threaten Return to Opium
Switch to cotton hasn’t worked because the cash crop doesn’t sell, growers say.
13 Sep 11
Female Militia Chief Keeps Peace in Helmand District
Veteran fighter has years of experience leading men into combat, besides being a mother of nine.
7 Sep 11
Mixed Feelings Over Helmand Handover
Afghan satisfaction at gaining control of security mixed with fears for future stability.
28 Jul 11
Afghanistan: Key Helmand Bridge at Risk
Fears that economic ties would be cut if bridge collapses under heavy traffic flow.
16 Jun 11
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