Asia: South & Central | 11/09/09
The UN's decision to withdraw 200 workers after an attack at a Kabul guesthouse could prompt other aid groups to rethink their presence.
Asia: South & Central | 11/08/09
In the past week, Thai authorities have arrested three people on charges of disseminating false data. The arrests have sparked complaints of a witch hunt.
Asia: South & Central | 11/08/09
Afghanistan's health system is still deeply troubled after decades of war. But progress is being to reduce infant and maternal mortality.
Asia: South & Central | 11/07/09
In Panjshir Province, Governor Bahij says he wants to thwart protest of Afghanistan election. But he wants more autonomy.
Daily Update > Terrorism & Security | 11/08/09
Pakistan's army kept up its offensive in South Waziristan, as a Taliban leader warned his followers not to run from the fight and a bomb in Peshawar killed 12.
Asia: South & Central | 11/04/09
October was the deadliest month for US troops in the Afghan war. Troops say a surge could stall handing off operations to Afghans, but concerns about security remain.
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