Islam, USA, Pakistan and Afghanistan
A good piece on politcs, radical Islam and ultra-nationalist Taliban / Pashtun phenomenon. A must read for those who wants to understand the complicated situation in the region. Some important points below. The Taliban represent zealous and largely ignorant mountain [...]
Canadian troops enjoy Christmas dinner in Kandahar
Though Canadian troops stationed in Afghanistan spent Christmas half a world away from their friends and families, they were treated to an old fashioned yuletide dinner of turkey, gravy and sugary sweets. more
30000 More Troops in Afghanistan
The top US military officer says the United States may double the number of troops it has in Afghanistan next year. The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen, says as many as 30000 more troops could [...]
