Kabul Postcard: A Neighborhood In Transition
As NPR Kabul correspondent Sean Carberry wraps up his assignment, he assesses the change in his neighborhood, which has gone from dirt streets to upscale shopping centers.
Afghanistan
2 U.S. Soldiers Among More Than A Dozen Killed In Afghan Attacks
An Afghan Supreme Court official and 12 mine clearers were also among those killed in several attacks since late Friday.
U.S. Says It Has Closed Its Final Detention Center In Afghanistan
The U.S. said it closed its facility at Bagram, ending a controversial chapter in American history. The U.S. said it no longer holds any prisoners in Afghanistan.
How Afghanistan Vets Are Trying To Cultivate Peace Through Saffron
Afghanistan has an ideal climate for growing saffron, the most expensive spice in the world. But little is exported. Rumi Spice is working with small farmers there to build the U.S. market for it.
Reporter In Kabul Wins Award For Courage In Journalism
Rolling Stone's Matthieu Aikins reported on this year's opium harvest — the biggest in Afghanistan's history. He also talks about traveling with a rescue crew in Syria and a Shia militia in Iraq.
Q&A: J Is For Jihad
A new book argues that education aid, when done badly, can bring the opposite of peace.
6 Gitmo Detainees Transferred To Uruguay, U.S. Says
Four Syrians, one Tunisian and one Palestinian were released to the South American country early today as part of a deal to reduce the inmate population at the controversial prison.
Hagel: 10,800 Troops To Stay In Afghanistan After Dec. 31
The secretary of defense says an additional 1,000 troops will remain to support a NATO training program.
American Hostage Killed During Rescue Attempt In Yemen
American photojournalist Luke Somers was killed during a rescue attempt by U.S. special forces. NPR's Scott Simon talks with correspondent Sean Carberry in Afghanistan about what happened.
At Afghan Conference, Western Governments Affirm Their Commitments
Some 50 countries met in London this week to boost Afghanistan's prospects after foreign combat forces withdraw at the end of the year. The gathering was intended to help chart the country's future.