The United States and Afghanistan Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding... 
President Hamid Karzai on Tuesday left for Berlin to sign a long-term strategic agreement with Germany, a European economic powerhouse, the Presidential Palace said on Tuesday.
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Karzai off to Germany to ink strategic deal
Obama Welcomes Third Phase of Afghan Security Transition
The US President Barack Obama has welcomed the beginning of the third phase in the handover of security responsibilities to Afghan forces.
3rd phase of transition to cover 3 provinces
President Hamid Karzai on Sunday announced the third phase of security transition from foreigners to Afghan forces, a process that a senior official says will be challenging.
Wolesi Jirga panel okays US-Afghan pact
Wolesi Jirga’s international affairs commission has approved the strategic partnership accord between Afghanistan and the US, and it would be presented to the house’s general assembly soon, a lawmaker said on Saturday.
17 tonnes of explosives seized in Kandahar
A combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered more than 17 tonnes of explosive precursor during a patrol in the Spin Boldak district
‘Light of knowledge’ in the East
As in other countries that have experienced years of war, the people of Afghanistan put some of their first reconstruction efforts into educating their people.
Home away from home
Ask any long-haul truck driver and he’ll tell you that life on the road is about long hours and loneliness.
Safe haven for peace
Sergeants Hari and Khangul adjust their belts, checking they have handcuffs, notebooks and batons. They review their tasks: patrol the bazaar, speak to the new store keeper, check that the traffic is keeping to the speed limit.
A time and place to relax
It is a sunny and beautiful day in Mazar-e Sarif city. Today it is Friday and people are on holiday. On Fridays some people go to deserts, mountains, hills, green places, gardens, shrines and sightseeing with their families and friends.
Gift for spring
Afghan government agricultural authorities were busy distributing 2,500 tons of wheat this spring to needy families throughout Khost province.
Re-joining their nation
All across Afghanistan, more and more unhappy brothers are deciding to come back home to their communities. They approach local government officials in the districts and pledge to turn away from violence.
Boost for Zabul wheat growers
Two thousand farmers in Zabul province have received improved wheat seed and fertiliser from the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock in line with government efforts to help them grow more wheat and other crops.
Afghan Army takes control in Shindand
More people in Herat are looking with confidence to the Afghan National Army as the security transition continues to expand.
Maturity
There comes a time in every person’s life when he must stand on his own. In a good scenario, he will have some help getting to that point.
You are not alone
The women of Afghanistan find themselves at an important point in their history. Today many women are discovering a variety of opportunities unavailable to them for much of their lifetime.
Finding justice
The somber black cloak with the turquoise silk sleeve gives Mohibullah Faruki an air of authority as he addresses the hushed court room.
