Editorial

Despite facing several and severe challenges, Afghanistan is on the track of rapid economic growth, though much of the resources are consumed by war against militancy and terrorism. The fast-track economic growth would produce results by 2020. The previous and current governments have launched multiple projects that would improve lives …

Afghan insurgents, backed by foreign terrorists and sponsors, are trying best to add tactical achievements to their portfolio by the end of this year. December is closing month for the militants though they would launch random attacks when the winter as its peak. Through large-scale attacks to overrun districts, they …

Pakistan is the largest host of Afghan refugees. The hospitality will be remembered by Afghan people and the government for always. It is forming a chapter of friendship amid strained ties between Kabul and Islamabad. Those who look at this generosity with contempt or give it a different color are …

For Pakistani civilian and military establishments the 6th Heat of Asia summit did not go well. They knew the outcome. So did the partners of Afghanistan. Those who pelt others cannot expect bouquets and salutes in return. Islamabad had thrown enough dust in the regional and global players’ eyes. No …

The Heart of Asia summit kicked off on Saturday in New Delhi. The participating countries would give positive signals regarding Afghan peace process and development of the war-hit country. However, Afghans are not optimistic about the result that they already know. The terrorism-hit nation sees Pakistan as the root cause …

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) reported this week of the internal displacement of more than half a million people since the beginning of the current year, calling the increasing conflicts in Afghanistan as the main cause of the displacement. The report has announced that …

There are many officials and lawmakers who consider themselves above the law because the laws in this land are meant for poor. The more the position of an official is higher the trouble gets bigger. Most of the high-ranking officials have violated the constitution. Yet they are free and holding …

The insurgent group which is targeting civilian and military installations without any pause has claimed to provide security to the important national projects on which the Afghan government and people pinning high hopes. On Tuesday, the Taliban in a statement said that the leadership has directed the foot-soldiers and commanders …

The dawn of Monday brought good news—railroad connecting Afghanistan to Turkmenistan— for the Afghan nation which is the victim of terrorism and extremism.  The news has strengthened the hopes that the country would not slide back into the era of violence and chaos. Afghans remember the period of destruction when …

Air power is considered a vital element in military operations against militants and defense against the aggressive foreign forces. Besides quick mobility, the air force also hits the targets with more accuracy than heavy weapons such as mortars and cannons. In ground offensives it is too hard to avoid collateral …