A city of spiritual beauty broods in the rubble

Article Abstract:

The city of Kandahar, Afghanistan, has played a significant symbolic role during the lengthy battle for control of the country. It is now reported that the city's airport is in the hands of the opposition Northern Alliance.

Kandahar, Afghanistan

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What will the Northern Alliance do in our name now? I dread to think...

Article Abstract:

Issues raised by the entry into Kabul, Afghanistan, of the opposition Northern Alliance are discussed. It is recalled that the Northern Alliance has been responsible for rape, massacre and pillage in the past. Any relationship with the Northern Alliance will be insecure and ambiguous.

International Affairs, Civil Conflict, International politics, Column, Civil war

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Repressive regime destined to end in oblivion

Article Abstract:

Afghanistan's Taliban regime made the mistake of not even pretending to have compassion for ordinary people. Strong emphasis was placed on blind obedience of a set of rules, while people's dignity was overlooked.

Political activity, Political aspects, Taliban, Authoritarianism

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