95 Killed, More Than 150 Wounded In Taliban Car Bombing In Kabul
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack, just a week after another attack — also claimed by the Taliban — in Kabul left at least 22 people dead.
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Nearly 100 Killed In Afghanistan Ambulance Blast
A suicide bombing in Kabul, Afghanistan has killed at least 95 and wounded even more. NPR's Scott Simon talks with photojournalist Andrew Quilty who arrived at the site of the blast within minutes.
U.S.-Funded Afghan Military Units Accused Of Child Sexual Abuse, Report Says
NPR's David Greene talks to Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont about a new report that details the Pentagon's refusal to end military aid to Afghan military units who commit "gross human rights abuses."
How Save The Children Is Coping After Attack That Killed 4 Staffers In Afghanistan
The assault struck the charity's office in Jalalablad. We spoke to executive vice president Carlos Carrazana about the victims — and the organization's work in the country.
How The U.S. Military Ignored Child Sexual Abuse In Afghanistan For Years
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Rod Nordland, Kabul bureau chief for The New York Times, about how the U.S. Military has turned a blind eye to child sexual abuse by Afghan security forces for years.
Save The Children Suspends Afghanistan Operations After Deadly Attack
Three staff members were killed and more than a dozen wounded when gunmen attacked the aid organization. ISIS has claimed responsibility; the Taliban have specifically denied any involvement.
Gunmen Attack Save The Children Office In Afghanistan
At least three people have been killed and 25 injured. The aid group has announced it will suspend operations in the country. NPR's Steve Inskeep talked to Jennifer Glasse, a reporter in Afghanistan.
U.S. Citizens Killed In Weekend Attack On Kabul Hotel, State Department Says
It's not clear whether they were U.S. government employees or not, or how many were killed and injured. The attack Saturday at the Intercontinental Hotel lasted more than 13 hours.
Taliban Claims Responsibility After Gunmen Attack Luxury Hotel In Kabul
Witnesses said there were at least four gunmen who were wearing army uniforms. A fight with Afghan security forces lasted more than 13 hours before the government said all attackers were killed.
'12 Strong': When The Afghan War Looked Like A Quick, Stirring Victory
Many Americans may be weary of the war in Afghanistan. But a new movie is betting big on the true story of Green Berets on horseback who made the early days of the fight look deceptively easy.