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War In Afghanistan

The United States has shifted focus from Iraq to Afghanistan. At its height, the surge will take force levels in Afghanistan to nearly 100,000 U.S. and some 40,000 International Security Assistance Force troops -- combined, more than the Soviets had at the height of their occupation. The U.S. strategy is ambitious and has an aggressive timetable, making the current developments of pivotal importance for the American effort there.

Apr 23, 2013 | 1001 GMT

With international forces withdrawing, attacks against Afghans have increased in number and in quality.

Apr 15, 2013 | 1045 GMT

The Afghan Taliban's position in a post-NATO Afghanistan could influence their Pakistani counterparts' insurgency.

Mar 12, 2013 | 1325 GMT

Hamid Karzai is hoping to strengthen his reputation as a nationalist and undermine U.S.-Taliban negotiations.

Jan 10, 2013 | 0236 GMT

Recent clashes portend problems the two countries will likely face as the U.S. war in Afghanistan draws to…

Jan 4, 2013 | 1130 GMT

The death of a key Taliban leader may destabilize an already precarious security situation.

Dec 31, 2012 | 1211 GMT

The next year will be difficult for Afghan security forces.

Nov 9, 2012 | 1145 GMT

Anti-Taliban factions have begun to take unilateral actions, with serious implications for regional security.

Oct 31, 2012 | 0900 GMT

The nation's primary ground branch is becoming a contingency force.