Afghanistan

Helmand's Opium Habit Here to Stay

The government makes a strong start to its annual eradication effort in Helmand, but farmers predict the enthusiasm will be short-lived.

Kabul Marchers Demand Journalist Release

Protesters say executing Sayed Parwez Kambakhsh, facing the death penalty for alleged blasphemy, would mark the end of free speech and democracy.

Helmand Deputy Governor Killed in Suicide Blast

Taleban take credit for blast that killed seven at Lashkar Gah’s central mosque.

Afghanistan: Jan ‘08

IWPR investigation into alleged massacre by foreign troops prompts ICRC and international media to make enquiries.

Afghan Journalist's Death Sentence Political

Sayed Parwez Kambakhsh’s real offence may have been to have a brother whose frank reporting has exposd abuses in northern Afghanistan.

Afghanistan: Jan ‘08

IWPR reporters investigate reports of atrocity by foreign troops in Helmand.

Clerics Campaign Against TV Soaps

Mullahs grumble about “un-Afghan” foreign TV series, while the rest of the population is glued to the screen.

Afghan Reporter Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy

When Pakistan Sneezes, Afghanistan Catches a Cold

As the death of Benazir Bhutto demonstrates, Pakistan and Afghanistan are joined together by more than geography.

Afghan Reporter Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy

A young journalist in the north of Afghanistan faces the death penalty in what observers say is a well-orchestrated campaign of intimidation against the media.