Many say foreign influence in Afghanistan is hindering chances for an end to violence.

Officials call for action against "insurgents" dealing in drug trafficking.

Afghanistan's cabinet has demanded a change in the rules governing international troops in the country, after more than 90 civilians were killed in US-led air attacks last week. It is the highest civilian death toll from international military action since US-led forces invaded in 2001. Should there be some kind of 'status of forces agreement' governing international troops in the country? Is there too much reliance on aerial attacks at the moment?

Oxfam and others say ordinary citizens should be the focus of assistance efforts.

Visit aimed at showing support for Kabul comes as British army's toll reaches 100.

After years of war and displacement, they find solace on canvas.

As the battle for Afghanistan rages Al Jazeera has a series of reports from the country.

Al Jazeera's James Bays talks to a Taliban fighter on why he will never give up arms.

There are one million opium addicts in Afghanistan and most of them are under 15.

Al Jazeera talks to a young DJ hoping to reach out to Afghanistan's youth.