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After the US pulls out, will CIA rely more on Afghan mercenaries?

Thousands of Afghan mercenaries are believed to be helping America battle Al Qaeda, the Taliban, and their allies. But they're accused of flagrant human rights abuses.
US troops confident of Afghan war counterinsurgency strategy

The counterinsurgency strategy of the Afghan war surge shows signs of success, say US troops, who point to fewer attacks better local relations.
Afghan security forces still not so secure after NATO boost

NATO surge strategy aims to boost Afghan security forces. But, as the recent assassination of a provincial police chief of Kandahar showed, they're still far form secure.
Pentagon's rosy report of Afghanistan war raises questions

The Pentagon cites 'tangible progress' in the Afghanistan war in a new report, but it neglects to include a key map of Taliban clout and notes problems in the Afghan Army.
Kabul airport shooting raises questions about readiness, loyalty of Afghan soldiers

A Kabul pilot with 20 years' experience in the Afghan military killed eight soldiers and one foreign contractor. It's the most recent in an new spate of such attacks.
Kandahar Taliban escape bodes ill for Afghan fighting season

The audacious escape of nearly 500 militants from a prison in Kandahar city – under the noses of US and Afghan security forces – could help the Taliban in the summer fighting season.
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Why Oman is different than other Middle East autocracies in turmoil

In Oman, democratic aspirants are struggling against an absolute monarch who has developed and managed the country far better than most regional autocrats now facing revolt.
Can mobile banking take off in Afghanistan?

A new mobile banking service tries to navigate the geography and politics of Afghanistan.
In Afghanistan, Taliban rise where Kabul falters

With tough tactics and promises of security, it aims to position itself as a stronger brand of government.
Want to know how the war in Afghanistan is going? Watch Kandahar.

Progress on firming up security in Afghanistan depends on how US and Afghan troops secure Kandahar province – the nucleus of Taliban resistance.
Terrorism & Security
Taliban IEDs kill five NATO troops in Afghanistan

Taliban IEDs – or homemade bombs – have become the Afghanistan war's biggest killer of international troops, a fact highlighted by the deaths of five NATO troops killed by IEDs this weekend.
In Afghanistan war, a kinder, gentler night raid?

Gen. Stanley McChrystal has issued new rules designed to make night raids less invasive, as part of the broader Afghanistan war strategy to win over the population. Some soldiers say it’s hamstringing their ability to nab Taliban militants.
Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/21
In Pictures: Fighting continues in Afghanistan
Obama's Afghanistan speech: How it sounded to Afghans

Obama’s Afghanistan speech set a timeline for withdrawal, but some Afghans worry that by sending more troops the US aims to occupy their country – a fear the Taliban may use to recruit fighters.
How can 40,000 troops fix chronic corruption in Afghanistan?

Gen. Stanley McChrystal reportedly wants 40,000 troops for Afghanistan. But Obama is worried that the government of President Hamid Karzai is too corrupt.
How will NATO protect Afghan voters against rising violence?

Attacks are up 50 percent during the past 10 days. Coalition forces have set up a 'tiered' security plan at polling places.
Can the National Police provide security in Afghanistan?

US soldiers have deep concerns about the force, and say that its members collude with insurgents.
Afghans fight flow of drugs and guns fueling Taliban insurgency

But only 200 officers in the south have been trained so far in a US-led program to stem trafficking in and out of Pakistan.
A surge of Special Forces for Afghanistan likely

Defense officials say it will fill urgent gaps but Special Forces officers are skeptical.
To fight Taliban, US eyes Afghan tribes

Some tribes have forced insurgents from their area, but many risks remain.
Terrorism & Security
Pakistani woman accused of aiding Al Qaeda operatives appears in court

The case against Aafia Siddiqui, who has been missing since 2003, raises questions about illegal detention centers across Pakistan.
Enough U.S. help for Afghanistan?

Deployment of 3,200 marines will help, analysts say, but will not provide the kind of counterinsurgency now needed there.