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Afghanistan

Civilian counterpart to ISAF commander is needed in Afghanistan, says security advisor

The international community must appoint a civilian equivalent to ISAF's top commander in Afghanistan, a key security advisor tells Deutsche Welle. The new position should oversee all aid programs in the country.

Frances Townsend

Frances Townsend says that a civilian aid coordinator is needed in Afghanistan

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German aid for Afghanistan meets with criticism from aid agencies

Germany has said it will increase aid to Afghanistan and Pakistan in an effort to stabilize the conflict-ridden countries and curb the mounting influence of the Taliban. (24.11.2009) 

Outgoing NATO commander criticizes European efforts in Afghanistan

Germany and Europe were at the center of criticism by outgoing NATO top commander Gen. John Craddock, as he singled out the continent’s restricted engagement in Afghanistan as hindering success there. (01.07.2009) 

Opinion: who wants to destabilize Afghanistan?

The violence in Afghanistan has increased as the country goes to the polls to elect a new president. Deutsche Welle's Peter Philipp looks at who stands to profit from the destabilization of Afghanistan. (20.08.2009) 

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Animals

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Saving tigers

Countries home to wild tigers tighten controls on an increasingly sophisticated illegal trade.

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