Pakistan

Afghanistan: Aug ‘08

Preparations for new training and reporting project in the north get underway.

Afghan Land Dispute Sparks Ethnic Tension

Pashtun refugees returning to claim homes and lands in Takhar face opposition from local Uzbeks.

Time to Rethink Tactics Against Taleban

Helmandis Fear Taleban Noose Tightening

They suspect insurgents are close to taking full control of province, despite official claims that they are being pushed back.

UN Sexual Misconduct Allegations Won't Go Away

Soldiers implicated in abuses have been sent back to India, but locals say prostitution remains rife at peacekeeping base.

Afghan Moonshine a Growth Industry

Tougher restrictions on alcohol imports create boom for illicit local producers catering for surprising levels of consumer demand.

Nangarhar Elders Demand Retribution for US Air Strike

Afghan tribal leaders demand justice following an air raid they say wiped out a wedding party.

North Struggles With Severe Drought

Warnings of imminent starvation as thousands of families move in search of food and water.

Rattling Imaginary Sabres

Humiliated president issues emotional challenge to powerful neighbour Pakistan.

Afghan Civilians Driven From Garmsir by Fighting

Helmand governor says major international operation is causing humanitarian crisis.