Kerry’s Surprise Visit to Afghanistan Yields Draft Agreement
A tentative agreement would allow American troops to remain in Afghanistan beyond 2014.
Afghanistan
Indo-American Relations Unlikely to Improve Before Afghan War’s End
The Americans’ willingness to negotiate with the Taliban alarms policymakers in New Delhi.
The Price of Withdrawal from Afghanistan
If the security transition to national authorities fails, Afghanistan’s women have the most to lose.
Breakdown in Afghan Security, Taliban Peace Talks Predictable
While the United States are concerned about the war, Afghans, including the Taliban, look toward the peace.
Kyrgyzstan Demands Americans Vacate Air Base Next Year
The Central Asian country ends the United States’ lease on a transit center that is critical to the Afghan war effort.
Indo-Iranian Cooperation in Afghanistan Faces Challenges
India’s and Iran’s interests converge in Afghanistan but their alliance could be tested.
Defense Chief’s Afghanistan Visit Marred in Controversy
Chuck Hagel’s Afghanistan visit is disturbed by a suicide attack and harsh words out of Kabul.
Future Afghan Troop Presence Divides Military, White House
The White House and the Pentagon once again find themselves in disagreement over the war.
NATO Confident Afghan Army Ready to Take Over
Despite improvements in the force, the Afghan army will likely need help after 2014.
Obama, Karzai Agree to Accelerate Troop Drawdown
President Barack Obama is eager to limit American involvement in an unpopular war.
Afghan Factions Meet in France as NATO Prepares Withdrawal
Four Afghan groups meet in France, not for negotiations but at least they’re talking.
Pentagon: Success in Afghanistan “Mixed Bag”
The Defense Department cites success and failure in Afghanistan in the last six months.
Pakistan Releases Taliban for Role in Afghan Peace Process
Islamabad releases Taliban prisoners to maintain an influence across the border.
India’s Future Role in Afghanistan Severely Limited
India is keen to expand its presence and influence but limited by external factors.
Afghanistan’s Karzai Dismisses Helmand Governor
Gulab Mangal is popular with Western forces but not an asset for Karzai post 2014.