Afghanistan: Rural areas welcome peace and end of war

In more rural areas of Afghanistan, people welcome the end of a war that has killed tens of thousands.

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Afghanistan: 'Everyone got it wrong' on Taliban takeover - armed forces chief

Gen Sir Nick Carter says the speed of the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan surprised the UK.

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Planes stranded at Mazar-i-Sharif airport waiting to leave

A US lawmaker accuses the Taliban of not letting several planes of Afghans and Americans leave.

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Afghanistan: Taliban accused of killing female police officer

The killing comes amid increasing reports of escalating repression of women in Afghanistan.

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South Africa's ex-president Zuma placed on medical parole

Jacob Zuma will now serve the remainder of his 15-month sentence in the community.

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