Topic: Pakistan

A less gloomy view of GOP House prospects

Rep. Tom Cole, head of the National Republican Congressional Committee, says voters in districts with open GOP seats will still vote Republican. But he acknowledges challenges for the November election.

Questions persist on Iran's nuclear plans

One example: Data on making uranium metal should have been disclosed, critics say.

Pakistani militant attacks persist, test new leaders

Key Taliban figures in the tribal belt remain at large despite 20,000 troops' efforts.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about animal treatment and food safety, China's ecological threat, elections in Pakistan, superdelegates, Wikileaks, and Blu-ray.

Pakistan blocks YouTube over 'blasphemous' videos

Telecommunication authorities blocked popular website over Islam's depiction in Dutch cartoon and film.

U.S. seeks more U.N. sanctions on Iran

The latest IAEA report was hailed by Iran's president as a 'historic victory." But the US still sees evidence of a weapons program.

Election '08: For candidates, Iraq debate shifts

The question used to be 'withdraw or not'? But now, some progress in Iraq is prompting a more nuanced discussion.

Essay: My rich, mixed heritage

In her diverse hometown, race never mattered. Now that she's moved away, she's learning to field questions about her origins.

Islamic stronghold in Pakistan goes secular

Residents in the northwest signaled their frustration with Islamic parties' poor governance.

After Pakistan election, Musharraf has few good options

Pakistan's president lost his final base of support in Monday's parliamentary election.

Opinion: A radical turnabout in Pakistan

In just five months, public approval of Osama bin Laden has dropped by half.

The Monitor's View: Pakistan's democracy difference

In the long run, a democratic Pakistan will help America's ability to fight terrorism.

Pakistanis reject Musharraf rule, embrace new direction

The opposition wins by a landslide in a surprisingly smooth election, as Musharraf allies concede defeat.

Republished Danish cartoon of prophet Muhammad ignites tensions

Muslims have protested Danish and Dutch actions they see as insulting to Islam.

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Pakistan: No bombs, but plenty of tension as polls close for counting

Election observers have reported few instances of fraud, a key concern as officials begin tallying results.

Security a top concern for Pakistani voters in northwest city

In Peshawar, where frustration is high over President Musharraf's inability to stop rising insecurity, law-and-order issues could shape the outcome of Feb. 18 election.

In Pakistani election, a big swing vote

In Punjab, which picks 148 of 272 parliamentary seats on Feb. 18, many remain undecided.

U.S. 'citizen diplomats' honored for volunteering abroad

By helping improve lives around the world, they rebuild the America's image abroad.

Bhutto's legacy propels Pakistan People's Party ahead of election

Her party is expected to do well in Feb. 18 parliamentary polls, analysts say.

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The Monitor's View: Bush's unfinished Africa legacy

He has done well with health and foreign aid, but his vision for a new US military role still needs defining.

Pakistan's political future? It's all in the family.

Three political clans introduce the next generation of leaders.

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