UN finds torture widespread in Afghanistan
Torture and mistreatment of detainees by Afghan security forces is as widespread as ever, according to a UN report, despite promises by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Afghan defence minister, army chief of staff resign over deadly attack
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani accepted the resignations of his defence minister and army chief of staff on Monday, after more than 140 soldiers were killed last week.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Taliban attackers kill at least 140 soldiers at Afghan base
At least 140 Afghan soldiers were killed by Taliban attackers apparently disguised in military uniforms, officials said on Saturday.
Sat Apr 22 2017
Pakistan army chief visits Kabul as peace diplomacy builds
Pakistan's army chief General Raheel Sharif met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday, the latest in a series of encounters between officials to prepare the way for new peace talks with the Taliban.
Mon Dec 28 2015
IS claims responsibility for deadly Afghan bombing: President Ghani
IS group claimed to have carried out a deadly suicide attack in eastern Afghanistan Saturday, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said.
Sat Apr 18 2015