US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: Afghanistan: International Religious Freedom Report
Essay on the status of religious freedom in Afghanistan as of 2001. The repression practiced by the Taliban is described in detail. A note at the end explains that the most up-to-date information is not available as there has been no...
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: The United States in Afghanistan: Analyzing Political Cartoons
Using videos, handouts, and online resources, students explore viewpoints on the U.S. presence in Afghanistan, interpret political cartoons and place them in the context of a political discussion about Afghanistan, and identify the...
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: Teaching With the News: u.s. Policy in Afghanistan
In this two-part lesson using video, handouts, charts, and online news sources, students will consider three options for U.S. policy in Afghanistan and then articulate their own views on the issue. Note: The videos do not load in...
BBC
Bbc: Who Are the Taliban?
Who are the Taliban? A detailed look at the history and political background of this Afghan based Islamic extremist organization. (18 June 2013)
BBC
Bbc: Week of 6 9 14: Taliban Claim Deadly Attack on Karachi Airport
Learn about the latest terrorist attack in Pakistan, for which the Taliban is claiming responsibility. Includes video.
BBC
Bbc: Uk Troops in Afghanistan
A look at the troops from the United Kingdom who are serving, have served, or have died in Afghanistan. Includes much background information about the Afghan war over the years.
CNN
Cnn: Nato Launches Major Offensive in Afghanistan
An account of NATO troops accompanied by the Afghan military who launched an offensive attack against the last Taliban stronghold in what has been called 'Operation Moshtarak'. A video clip outlining the attack is included. (February 12,...
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Pakistan & Afghanistan Relations [Pdf]
An examination of the current situation in Afghanistan (late 2006) and how the Taliban are gaining strength. In addition, the author looks at how how this is effecting Pakistan and how only the end of military rule can lead to better...
USA Today
Revived Taliban Waging 'Full Blown' Insurgency
June, 2006, article discussing the growth of the Taliban and its increased insurgency in Afghanistan. Find a link to photos of the fighting in Afghanistan.
Curated OER
Radio Free Europe: Afghanistan: A Chronology of Suicide Attacks Since 2001
A timeline from 2001 onward of the suicide bombing attacks attributed to the Taliban and Al-Qaeda insurgents. (January 17, 2006)
CBS
Cbs News Interactive: Attack on America Retaliation
CBS News offers a detailed overview of the military action the United States took against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Content includes a focus on the weapons of war, the enemy, and the U.S. allies.
CBS
Cbs News Interactive: Terror Hits Home
CBS News provides a detailed overview of the September 11th terrorist attack on the United States. Content focuses on the attack itself, the aftermath, the investigation, and the terror network.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: War on Terror
This Wikipedia article discusses the United States counter-terrorism strategy and its controversy.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Hamid Karzai
Wikipedia offers an excellent biography that will help in the understanding of this Middle Eastern leader.
BBC
Bbc News: Who Are the Northern Alliance
Article describing the multi-ethnic group supported by the U.S. during the war in Afghanistan. Brief biographies of many of the major players in the Northern Alliance. 11/13/01
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour: Afghan Visit
Interesting report covering President Bush's visit to Afghanistan and interviews with two experts on Afghanistan. Discussion on U.S. foreign policy, insurgency in Afghanistan, and the Taliban. Text, audio, and video of the March, 2006,...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Pakistani Taliban Attacks Capital
Have students learn more about the Pakistani Taliban and its effect on Pakistan by watching the video. The questions at the end form a useful summary. (13 October 2009)
New York Times
New York T Imes: Search for Taliban
Chronicles the largest operation of US forces against the Taliban since 2001. This effort was to try and finish off the Taliban resistance. Audio and pictures from this attack are included. (7 July 2006)
New York Times
New York Times: Restoring the Giant Buddhas of Bamiyan
A picture essay and short video documentary about the attempts of the Afghan people to restore and save the famous Buddhist shrine at Bamiyan. In 2001 the Taliban destroyed the large statue of Buddha leading to a public outcry.
BBC
Bbc: Pakistan Faces the Taliban's Tentacles
A May 2007 examination of the Taliban's growing influence on life inside of Pakistan's Northwest Frontier region. Also contains links to related topics. 5/2007
BBC
Bbc: Long Haul Fight to Defeat Taleban
A June 2007 analysis of what must be accomplished to defeat the Taleban and bring peace to Afghanistan. Also contains links to related subjects.
BBC
Bbc: Afghanistan: Taleban's Second Coming
This article covers the rebirth of the Taleban resistance movement in Afghanistan in June 2006. Also analyzes how and why they were able to become a power again in Afghanistan.
Council of Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations: The Isi and Terrorism: Behind the Accusations
While Pakiston requests US militant aid, is it actually supporting terrorism? Read about Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), who controls it, who it is accountable to and what it really stands for. Report is dated 4 May 2011.
The Economist
The Economist: After Osama Bin Laden: They Got Him
"They Got Him." Words that echoed in many countries around the world as news spread of the death of al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, May 2, 2011. Peruse this detailed account of the events leading up to and following the attack and...