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Report: US-Funded Afghan Local Police Destabilizing Country, Empowering Militias
The International Crisis Group’s latest report about the Afghan Local Police program says in many cases it has empowered local militias who are not accountable to the Afghan government.
Islamic State Loyalists Have Reportedly Kidnapped 30 Hazara Shias in Afghanistan
Several high-ranking members of the Afghan and Pakistani Taliban recently switched ranks and pledged allegiance to Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
Provocative Social Media Overheats in Afghan Elections
Some Afghans have distanced themselves from hostile social media that they fear may incite violence, but others see it as a force for good.
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Pakistan Launches Large Military Operation Against the Taliban
The assault essentially ended Pakistan's chances of further dialogue with the militants, who have been working to overthrow the government.
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