Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Taliban Regaining Hold On Afghanistan, Report Says

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Taliban in Afghanistan -- whose government was toppled by U.S.-led forces after the September 11 attacks in 2001 -- has strengthened its military and technical capabilities even while suffering heavy combat losses, says a State Department report released Wednesday.

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See also:

Terrorism attacks up in Afghanistan, Pakistan

US May Retake Lead Role In Afghanistan

U.S.: Al Qaeda Rebuilding In Pakistan

Blaming The Victim: Abused Afghan Women Often End Up In Jail