Information on "Afghanistan"
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July 2013
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24 Jul 2013
Tough Job Ahead for Under-Resourced Afghan Forces
Last month, Afghan forces formally took over the lead responsibility to provide security within their own borders. But are they truly ready to do so? According to Abdol Wahed Faramarz, serious doubts remain over whether they are up to the task. More on «Tough Job Ahead for Under-Resourced Afghan Forces»
June 2013
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11 Jun 2013
Afghans Nervous as Nawaz Sharif Returns
Nawaz Sharif's third term as Pakistan's Prime Minister is likely to cast a dark shadow over Afghanistan's efforts to rebuild itself, or so write Hafizullah Gardesh and Mina Habbib. To many Afghans, his campaign promise to no longer support counterterrorism operations confirms that he is a 'long-term enemy. More on «Afghans Nervous as Nawaz Sharif Returns» -
7 Jun 2013
Afghanistan on the Brink of Disaster
In Nasir Shansab’s view, Afghanistan is still the failed state it was prior to the 2001 US-led invasion. It’s high time, therefore, for the West to ‘come clean’ about its previous failings and take specific steps to not leave Afghanistan in its present condition. More on «Afghanistan on the Brink of Disaster»
April 2013
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23 Apr 2013
Despite Ample Mechanisms, Women Still Excluded from Afghanistan's Political Process
Despite the best efforts of numerous actors, women remain under-represented in Afghanistan's political processes. With direct Western influence about to wane in 2014, Ayscha Hamdani outlines the steps needed to ensure that women will be able to contribute to Afghanistan's self-directed future. More on «Despite Ample Mechanisms, Women Still Excluded from Afghanistan's Political Process»
July 2012
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24 Jul 2012
Making More Out of Less: How NATO States Can Seize the Opportunities of Shrinking Resources in Afghanistan
After NATO forces withdraw in 2014, a durable peace in Afghanistan will have to be built with fewer resources. This context, however, may create incentives for more efficient and effective engagement with the region as a whole, suggest Michael Harsch and Scott Smith. More on «Making More Out of Less: How NATO States Can Seize the Opportunities of Shrinking Resources in Afghanistan» -
17 Jul 2012
Kabul's Hidden Crisis
Facing rapid urbanization and severe internal displacement, international donor commitments to Afghanistan may be inadequate to address the country's looming crises, argues ODI's Simone Haysom. More on «Kabul's Hidden Crisis»
June 2012
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21 Jun 2012
Afghanistan: Future Energy Corridor?
ISAF are scheduled to begin leaving Afghanistan in 2014. Peace and stability may lead to Afghanistan becoming a major energy transit corridor, consumer and producer -- a development that will also benefit its neighbors. More on «Afghanistan: Future Energy Corridor?» -
20 Jun 2012
"Our Good Friend and Cousin": India in Afghanistan
India is a major source of aid and economic development for Afghanistan. And New Delhi's commitment to the war-torn country is not just about gaining leverage over Pakistan. More on «"Our Good Friend and Cousin": India in Afghanistan» -
19 Jun 2012
Wobbly Pillars Underpin Afghanistan Transition
Afghan security forces are gradually approaching full strength. Yet doubts remain as to whether they will be able to keep the peace after 2014. More on «Wobbly Pillars Underpin Afghanistan Transition»
September 2011
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7 Sep 2011
The Israelite Connections of the Taliban
It is a little known fact that the majority of the Taliban, who are largely made up of members of the Pashtun or Pathan tribes, are actually of Israelite origin. While the older generation of Pashtun did not hide the fact of their Israelite descent, some of the younger generation have suppressed this knowledge in light of the present political constellation. More on «The Israelite Connections of the Taliban »
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