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North-south security divide could sway Afghan vote

Source: The Boston Globe

Kabul : Afghanistan | 10 months ago

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A troubling north-south security divide could affect the outcome of Afghanistan's presidential election this year, a poll official warned on Monday, with voters still to be registered in some of the most dangerous provinces. Afghan forces are struggling against a resurgent Taliban, will start...

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News Source: The Boston Globe | 10 months ago

A troubling north-south security divide could affect the outcome of Afghanistan's presidential election this year, a poll official warned on Monday, with voters still to be registered in some of the most dangerous provinces. Afghan forces are...