Villagers confronted officials, and seven police officers are now in jail, in a rare official action to investigate child sexual abuse accusations in Afghanistan.
Tag: Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction
As U.S. Troops Leave Afghanistan, Diplomats Are Left to Fill Uncertain Mission
The future role of the American Embassy in Kabul is tied to the fate of the peace process and a military withdrawal, even as violence continues.
Taliban’s Continued Attacks Show Limits of U.S. Strategy in Afghanistan
The number of attacks, detailed in a quarterly inspector general report, highlights once more the disparity between talking points and the reality on the ground.
Documents Reveal U.S. Officials Misled Public on War in Afghanistan
The documents, obtained by The Washington Post, paint a stark picture of missteps and failures in the American effort to pacify and rebuild the country.
Key Takeaways in Newly Released Documents Detailing Failures of War in Afghanistan
Some of the findings were already known. But they are sure to fuel a debate over when, and how, to end the American-led war.
U.S. Disputes Finding That Airstrikes on Afghan Drug Labs Killed 30 Civilians
The American military said the facilities were funding the Taliban. But a United Nations report argued that those working in the labs were not “performing combat functions.”
Opium-Smuggling Taliban Leader’s Release From Prison Raises Questions
Among the 11 Taliban prisoners freed, in what some reported was a swap for Indian hostages, was a U.S.-designated terrorist figure who had been caught with a haul of opium.
Missing Millions Put an American-Funded Afghan College Under Scrutiny
The American University of Afghanistan is at risk of closing after United States government investigators said they could not account for $63 million in spending.
Afghan Government Control Over Country Falters, U.S. Report Says
The Afghan government’s control of its country declined last year, in terms of both territory and population, according to a United States government report.
To Feed U.S. Troops, Businessman Violated Iran Sanctions, Charges Say
The federal government charged a Clinton supporter, Abul Huda Farouki of the Anham company, with defrauding it by shipping to Afghanistan through Iran.