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Afghanistan’s “bravest woman” criticizes government

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November 6, 2009
Afghanistan’s “bravest woman” criticizes government

Worldfocus producer Mohammad Al Kassim interviews Malalai Joya -- the first Afghan woman to be elected to parliament. She has openly challenged the Afghan government, U.S. and NATO military presence, warlords and the Taliban.

Daily life goes on in war-torn Pakistan

Interview

November 5, 2009
Daily life goes on in war-torn Pakistan

The Pakistani military has been aggressively going after militant groups -- after seemingly incessant terrorist attacks in many parts of the country. But we don't hear much about the toll on average Pakistanis and how they cope with the menace of militant attacks. Daljit Dhaliwal talks about everyday life in Lahore with Saeed Shafqat.

Dual Taliban attacks strike in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Interview

October 28, 2009
Dual Taliban attacks strike in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Ahmad Kamal, a Pakistani diplomat for 40 years, discusses the relationship between the Taliban in Pakistan and Afghanistan and the escalation of attacks. He also examines what it will take to end the violence in both countries.

U.S. continues to tango with Osama and the Taliban

Perspectives

October 27, 2009
U.S. continues to tango with Osama and the Taliban

The month of October marks eight years since the Bush administration successfully removed the Taliban regime from power in Kabul. But there was a crucial difference between the U.S. eviction of Saddam from Kuwait and forcible regime change in Afghanistan, writes Worldfocus contributing blogger S. Azmat Hassan.

Up close and personal with the Taliban

In the Newsroom

October 23, 2009
Up close and personal with the Taliban

Edward Deitch is the consulting producer and head writer at Worldfocus. He looks at how one reporter describes an ordeal in Afghanistan and Pakistan -- and what it may mean for U.S. policymakers.

Pakistani civilians suffer in South Waziristan offensive

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October 20, 2009
Pakistani civilians suffer in South Waziristan offensive

After a series of deadly terror attacks across Pakistan, the vast majority of which were carried out by groups with roots in South Waziristan, the army commenced an offensive in the restive tribal region. Imran Khan of Al Jazeera English reports on the humanitarian consequences of the Pakistani military's newest campaign.

Taliban bomb attacks provoke likely S. Waziristan offensive

Interview + Video

October 15, 2009
Taliban bomb attacks provoke likely S. Waziristan offensive

Shuja Nawaz discusses how recent bombings in Pakistan have called attention to the lack of preparedness by Pakistani security forces. But will an army offensive in Waziristan reduce the Taliban's ability to carry out such attacks? Al Jazeera English also files a video report from Islamabad.

Violence in Pakistan draws attention from Afghanistan

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October 12, 2009
Violence in Pakistan draws attention from Afghanistan

Ambassador Ahmad Kamal discusses Pakistan's war against Islamic militants and whether the U.S. is paying enough attention to Afghanistan's neighbor. Kamal Hyder of Al Jazeera English reports from Pakistan on the deteriorating security situation.

Assessing al-Qaeda strength in Afghanistan

Interview + Video

October 7, 2009
Assessing al-Qaeda strength in Afghanistan

U.S. and British forces invaded Afghanistan eight years ago. But al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden remains elusive. Hassan Abbas of the Asia Society discusses links between Taliban factions and endorses the U.S. aid package for Pakistan.

Attack on U.N. in Pakistan prompts strategy questions

Interview (video)

October 5, 2009
Attack on U.N. in Pakistan prompts strategy questions

A suicide bomber killed five people at the World Food Program's headquarters in Islamabad. Marvin Weinbaum of the Middle East Institute discusses the Taliban in Pakistan. Should the U.S. demand that Pakistan do even more to contain Taliban extremists operating in Pakistan? Tell us what you think.

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