Thousands of Afghans returning each day bring a risk of widespread infections to the border city of Herat and beyond in a country with little capacity to test for or treat Covid-19.
Tag: Kabul (Afghanistan)
Gunman Storms Sikh Complex in Kabul, Killing 25
The attack on the temple and community center ended after six hours of fighting, with 80 hostages being rescued.
Afghan President Orders Taliban Prisoner Release
The decision could help remove an obstacle in the American-led peace process.
Afghan Capital Is Locked Down With Dueling Inaugurations Ahead
Guests arrived for inaugurations of both President Ashraf Ghani and his opponent, Abdullah Abdullah, despite marathon talks to try to avoid a split government.
Ghani Takes the Oath of Afghan President. His Rival Does, Too.
Marathon talks to avoid a split government in Kabul failed, sending the country deeper into a political crisis during Taliban peace negotiations.
Gunmen Kill Dozens at Event Attended by Afghan Politicians
At least 32 civilians were killed at a politically tense time in the country, just days after the United States and the Taliban signed a deal for American troops to withdraw.
Afghan War Casualty Report: March 2020
At least 88 pro-government forces and 13 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan so far this month.
They Fight Suicide Bombers. But Can Afghan Police Fight Crime?
During a lull in terrorist attacks, Kabul residents are talking about how rampant crime has become. A long-militarized police force is finding it difficult to regear.
Afghan War Casualty Report: February 2020
At least 23 pro-government forces and seven civilians have been killed in Afghanistan so far this month.
Afghan War Casualty Report: January 2020
At least 109 pro-government forces and 11 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan so far this month.