Asia

The 2009 Afghanistan Mega Poll

The Asia Foundation released its fifth annual Afghanistan poll last month. The sample size was 6,406 adults from all 34 provinces. This article analyzes the poll’s findings in regards to the insurgency, the economy, and corruption.

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Opinions

The True Story of Life in Afghanistan

We all hear the propaganda stories about Afghanistan but this is an interview with a person who comes from there and what him and his family have gone through.

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Opinions

Half-measures in Afghanistan Won’t Get The Job Done

“I won’t risk your lives unless it is absolutely necessary. And if it is necessary, we will back you up to the hilt," Obama assured a naval audience this week. But officials have indicated that the president he won’t be sending Gen. McChrystal the number of troops he wants. Will a mini-surge be enough in Afghanistan?

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Opinions

John Kerry: The Taliban’s Best Friend

War is war and must be left to the men and women fighting the war. Mixing politics with war only leads to another Vietnam.

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World Politics

India on Taliban Hit List

Hakimullah Mehsud wants an Islamic state in Pakistan and then Taliban’s will reach borders to fight against Indians.

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Opinions

More American Troops May Go to Afghanistan. But Who Else Sends Troops?

As speculation mounts that Barack Obama may announce yet another increase in US troop numbers in Afghanistan, we may need to remind ourselves that America is not standing alone.

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Opinions

Carry Logger Bill for Pakistan

Here are some draw back about Carry Logger Bill 2009 that offered by United States for war about terror in Pakistan.

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International Relations

Eight Marines Killed, Twenty-four Wounded in Daylight Attack

The Afghanistan province of Nuristan was the scene of a daring attack by the Taliban against an American outpost.

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World Politics

President Obama Putting in Troops?

President says more troops will end the war.

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Opinions

Taliban Claim War is Against Occupiers Have No Interest in Harming Other Countries

Taliban claim war is for independence.

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