Afghanistan

Separately, a NATO airstrike reportedly killed 13, including 10 children, in northern Afghanistan.

Are the talks really going anywhere?

As Tashkent’s officials move between Doha and Kabul, Uzbekistan is carving a quiet role for itself in the peace process.

This week's critical talks between the U.S. and the Taliban revolve around a two-item agenda.

What should be made of recent reporting that shows evidence of a Chinese paramilitary presence in Tajikistan?

According to the UN, last year saw the highest number of Afghan civilian deaths since it began recording in 2009.

The withdrawal of the Soviet 40th Army from Afghanistan from 1988 to 1989 was a militarily successful operation save one mistake.

While the U.S. and the Taliban have both claimed significant progress in the latest talks, they have yet to pen a deal.

U.S. envoy in charge of the quest for a peace deal in Afghanistan encouraged by recent progress, but hurdles remain.

What's at stake as Afghanistan moves toward its next presidential election?

Emboldened by foreign support, the Taliban continue to refuse talks with the Afghan government.

A reported drive to register men under 50 for the army reserves hints at underlying concern about the border.