Zarifa Ghafari, one of the few female mayors in Afghanistan, has been subjected to death threats and assassination attempts, and believes her father was gunned down because of her.
Tag: Afghan National Security Forces
Afghan War Casualty Report: November 2020
At least 37 pro-government forces and 76 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan so far this month.
Deadly Taliban Attack Probably Used Drone, a Worrisome Shift
The strike targeted the governor’s compound in Kunduz, a province that has seen heavy fighting despite peace talks between Taliban and Afghan government negotiators.
An Afghan Boy’s Rape and Death Prompt a Rare Response: Arrests
Villagers confronted officials, and seven police officers are now in jail, in a rare official action to investigate child sexual abuse accusations in Afghanistan.
Afghan War Casualty Report: October 2020
At least 58 pro-government forces and 37 civilians have been killed in October so far.
In Proud Corners of Afghanistan, New Calls for Autonomy
In Panjshir, one of the last holdout regions against the Soviets and the Taliban, some would prefer to go their own way rather than support a government negotiating peace with the insurgency.
Afghan War Casualty Report: September 2020
At least 45 pro-government forces and 27 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan in the past seven days.
Taliban Violated Afghan Deal With Shelling of American Bases, U.S. Officials Say
Rockets that U.S. officials say were fired by the insurgent group have landed around two bases used by American forces. A Taliban commander denied involvement.
Afghan War Casualty Report: August 2020
At least 42 pro-government forces and 41 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan in August.
More U.S. Troops Will Leave Afghanistan Before the Election, Trump Says
The president’s assertion undercuts diplomats who have said withdrawals will depend on the Taliban’s commitment to its peace deal with the United States.