Detainee Held In Afghanistan Makes U.S. Appearance In Terrorism Trial
Irek Hamidullan, a Russian Taliban member, is the first military detainee from Afghanistan to appear in a federal court.
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Wounded In Combat, U.S. Troops Go Back For A 'Proper Exit'
For some U.S. troops who left Iraq and Afghanistan by medevac, a return trip to these countries allows them to depart on their own terms.
With Marines Gone, Can The Afghan Army Hold Off The Taliban?
The Marines have departed their biggest base in southern Afghanistan, the scene of heavy fighting throughout the war. This will be one of the main proving grounds for the Afghan army.
U.S. Marines Leave Afghanistan, Along With British Force
The coalition base in southern Helmand Province was first established nearly 6 years ago. For Britain, the day brought an end to 13 years of military operations in Afghanistan.
With New President, Economic Optimisim Returns To Afghanistan
For most of 2014, Afghanistan was suffering from economic paralysis as its presidential election teetered on the brink of collapse. The inauguration of President Ashraf Ghani eased tensions and buoyed optimism that business will turn around.
Breaking The Chains That Bind The Mentally Ill
In low-income countries, a person with schizophrenia might be chained to a tree or to a hospital bed. On World Mental Health Day, WHO is urging an end such practices.
Photographers Capture The Sorrow And Pain Of Global Girls
For the International Day of the Girl Child, we wanted to bring to light issues that are often hidden from view. So we turned to five photographers who devote much of their time to girls' issues.
Female Heads Of Household (And Hair) Reveal Afghanistan's Drug Use
A new study of drug use in Afghanistan, relying on information from female heads of households and confirmed by lab tests, shows that 1 in 20 Afghans are using prescription or illicit drugs.
Norway Is Great For Older Folks — And So Are Bolivia And Rwanda
In a survey of 96 countries on how their over-60 citizens fare, some rankings were completely predictable: Norway was first and Afghanistan was last. In between, there are a number of surprises.
With New Security Agreement, U.S. Mission In Afghanistan Continues
Despite President Obama's assertion that the combat mission in Afghanistan would be over by the end of 2014, the new agreement means that 10,000 U.S. troops will still be in harm's way.