Hekmatyar Loyalists on the Warpath
Supporters of the Afghan warlord say they are ready to launch a holy war against the Americans.
21 Feb 05
Afghanistan
Afghan Media Reforms Under Scrutiny
The new Kabul authorities say they've jettisoned Taleban-era press censorship, but some journalists aren't so sure.
21 Feb 05
Crowds Return to Kabul Zoo
A much-loved institution, whose destruction seemed to symbolise the whole country's sufferings, has taken on a new lease of life thanks to foreign aid.
21 Feb 05
Meagre TV Schedule Delights Viewers
A few hours of television a day may not seem much but for Afghan audiences it marks a welcome change from the Taleban era, when they could not watch it at all.
21 Feb 05
Carpet Weaving Throws Lifeline to Refugees
Refugee families depend on the money their children earn from working Peshawar's looms to survive.
21 Feb 05
Provincial Tensions Ahead of Loya Jirga
Disputes over the military command of several provinces are raising tensions in the run-up to next month's grand assembly.
21 Feb 05
Mujahedin Victory Event Falls Flat
Few Kabulis were enthusiastic about a celebration to commemorate the achievements of the city's former rulers.
21 Feb 05
Transmitting Progress
Powerful new broadcasting equipment will bring the power of television to areas that have never experienced it.
21 Feb 05
Kabulis Vent Grievances
Protest over government's record on pay and employment also hears anti-American sentiments.
21 Feb 05
Reporters Face Death Threats
Army, police and intelligence forces accused of trying to silence journalists.
21 Feb 05
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