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Islamic State of Afghanistan
This site provides links to all political information on the Islamic State of Afghanistan. Includes information on elections, political parties, and political groups of the state.
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Radio Free Europe: Afghan President Dismisses Election Rival's Ultimatum
A number of demands made by Afghan President Karzai's political rival, Abdullah Abdullah, have been dismissed by the president. NATO and USA military troop concerns are voiced as well. (October 27, 2009)
BBC
Bbc: Afghanistan's Day of Reckoning
A detailed look into the Afghanistan 2009 elections - challenges to be faced, possible fraud, questionable security, foreign influences, and more. The following quote holds great truth ... "This election is just one more step in building...
BBC
Bbc News: Karzai Edges Ahead in Afghan Poll
A look at the initail results of the Afghan 2009 elections in which past leader, Hamid Karzai was the early leader.Violence erupted as the people awaited the final results not due for several more weeks. (August 25, 2009)
BBC
Bbc: Afghan Vote Failed to Learn From Past
An examination of the electoral process during Afghanistan's 2009 election in which Hamid Karzai was re-elected as president for a second term. Suspicion of fraud, ballot stuffing, security concerns, and more are discussed in this...
BBC
Bbc: West Seeks New Beginnings From Karzai
Months after Afghanistan's 2009 election, Harmid Karzai was officially re-elected for a second term as president. Countries of the world have laid out to Karzai what they expect from him in his new term in office. Much questioning as to...
BBC
Bbc News: Endgame for Afghanistan's Elections?
The legality of the election in Afghanistan has faced many challenges. Fraudulent votes have been recognized, the IEC has been questioned. These behind the scenes situations and the possibility of a run-off vote between Karzai and...
BBC
Bbc News: Afghan Election Goes to Run Off
Because of indications of fraud in the Afghan election, there will now be a run-off election between the two main candidates, Hamid Karzai and Abdullah Abdullah. Details of behind the scenes activity by the USA and of fraud and pressure...