Taliban

The US claims Haji Najibullah was involved in the 2008 kidnapping of a US journalist and two Afghan nationals.

From January to September, 5,939 civilians – 2,117 killed and 3,822 wounded – were casualties of fighting, the UN says.

US military spokesman says the strike in Wardak province killed five fighters on Sunday.

The hypocrisy of the Taliban’s mantra of inclusion has been exposed during the intra-Afghan...

Fifty-seven people also wounded in blast in area of capital that is home to many from Afghanistan’s Shia community.

At least 34 security personnel, including senior police officer, killed in an attack in Takhar province, officials said.

Days of fighting in Helmand prompt mass displacement and raise doubts about prospects for peace despite ongoing talks.

Life for one of the last Afghans in the detention facility defined by hunger strikes, force feedings and isolation.

Official says 30,000 forced to leave homes in Helmand province as clashes between Taliban and security forces continue.

The US conducted ‘targeted strikes in Helmand’ to defend Afghan troops, military spokesman says.

Group welcomes announcement as a ‘positive step’ while gov’t says premature withdrawal may have negative consequences.

Afghan acting Foreign Minister Mohammed Haneef Atmar expresses optimism about overcoming obstacles in Taliban talks.

Car bomb targeting governor of eastern Laghman province leaves at least eight dead and dozens wounded, officials say.

At least 15 killed and more than 40 wounded after car bomb hits building in Ghani Khel district, officials say.