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New Head for UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan: Kyrgyzstan’s Roza Otunbayeva
September 06, 2022

New Head for UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan: Kyrgyzstan’s Roza Otunbayeva

By Catherine Putz
The choice of Otunbayeva reflects the UN’s ongoing concern about the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.

UN Mission to Afghanistan Relocates to Kazakhstan
September 11, 2021

UN Mission to Afghanistan Relocates to Kazakhstan

By Wilder Alejandro Sanchez
As the world adapts to a “new” Afghanistan, there is much work to be done to help Afghans in need. From its temporary base in Almaty, UNAMA will continue to work toward this goal.
Can the UN Push Afghanistan and the Taliban Back to the Negotiating Table?
June 23, 2021

Can the UN Push Afghanistan and the Taliban Back to the Negotiating Table?

By Catherine Putz
If the path to peace in Afghanistan is via negotiation, the Taliban don’t seem to be keen on taking that road.

In Afghanistan, a Struggle to Leave No Woman or Child Behind
December 04, 2017

In Afghanistan, a Struggle to Leave No Woman or Child Behind

By Tadamichi Yamamoto
Gender-based violence is pervasive in Afghanistan, but activists see a change in the wind.

No Good News: Afghan Civilian Casualties Still Increasing
February 17, 2016

No Good News: Afghan Civilian Casualties Still Increasing

By Catherine Putz
That there were fewer civilian deaths in 2015 is little solace--overall casualties are still on the rise.

Civilian Casualties at Record High in Afghanistan
August 06, 2015

Civilian Casualties at Record High in Afghanistan

By Catherine Putz
The UN recommends that Afghan government forces stop firing mortars and grenades into civilian-populated areas.

Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan Rise by 22 Percent in 2014
February 19, 2015

Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan Rise by 22 Percent in 2014

By Franz-Stefan Gady
More face to face combat is behind a steep rise in conflict-related deaths and injuries among Afghan civilians in 2014.
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