Afghanistan
The latest news on Afghanistan
Once threatened during a colleague's funeral, Farida Nekzad wants to be a role model for Afghan women.
The new head of U.S. Central Command praises the drop in violence in Iraq, but warns of "storm clouds."
Interest rate reductions are praised, but the IMF warns the United States could slip into recession.
The resurgent Taliban is drawing more U.S. forces into the battle.
Today's selection of timely reports.
She made the geography flub while speaking to supporters.
Today's selection of timely reports.
Gen. David McKiernan says he needs more U.S. troops "as quickly as possible" to take on insurgents.
A major Afghan drug lord was convicted, but it's not nearly enough.
The shift in strategy could allow more troops to be sent to Afghanistan, but it comes with big risks.
