Haqqanis Classified as Foreign Terrorist Organization
Will the decision do anything to constrain the group’s offensive capacity in Afghanistan?
Afghanistan
United States Will Leave Afghanistan in Turmoil
American withdrawal will leave the Central Asian country in a perfect mess.
Obama, Romney Don’t Mention the War
America’s longest war plays no role in the American presidential election.
Uzbekistan Key to the Future Stability of Afghanistan
Uzbekistan’s support of traditional anti-Taliban forces may exacerbate the conflict in Afghanistan.
A Clarion Call for Change in Afghanistan
The prospects for Afghanistan following a Western military withdrawal are bleak.
Afghan Bamiyan Province at Risk from Insurgents
Wikistrat analyzes unusual insurgency activity in Afghanistan.
Foreign Investment in Afghanistan Faces Obstacles
Lack of security and skills and corruption are major impediments to foreign investment in the reconstruction of Afghanistan.
Clinton’s Apology Reopens NATO Supply Route
The American secretary of state says “sorry” for the accidental death of Pakistani soldiers.
NATO Supply Route Through Pakistan Remains Closed
Political concerns in both Pakistan and the United States prevent a deal on reopening supply routes to be done.
Panetta Wants Greater Role for India in Afghanistan
The United States can hardly antagonize Pakistan further, so why not ask India’s help?
French Army to End Afghanistan Operations
New president François Hollande’s promises to withdraw his troops from Afghanistan.
Turkmenistan Finally Puts the “T” in TAPI
Many obstacles remain to the construction of an India-Turkmenistan gas pipeline.
Iran Denounces US-Afghan Strategic Partnership
The Iranians see America’s military presence in the region as part of an effort to encircle them.
No Good Ways Out of Afghanistan
Air and land routes out of the country are either insufficient or troublesome.
Afghanistan Partnership Leaves Many Doubts
President Obama and the American people are ready to get out of Afghanistan.