When education becomes a terrorist target By: Kyle Matthews , / 19 December, 2014 In the wake of the school attack in Peshawar, Pakistan, global cooperation is needed to protect schools and students, says Kyle Matthews.
Snake Charming the Taliban By: Adnan Qaiser , / 12 June, 2014 Following the attacks on the airport in Karachi, Adnan Qaiser investigates the political and security landscape in Pakistan.
What Critics are Ignoring About the Prisoner Swap with the Taliban By: Stephen Saideman , / 5 June, 2014 The criticism of the prisoner exchange with the Taliban has more to do with politics than practicalities, says Steve Saideman.
Seven Issues with the Bergdahl Case By: Ramesh Thakur , / 5 June, 2014 What should have been a celebratory welcome home for a war hero has rapidly turned into a PR nightmare, says Ramesh Thakur.
In Afghanistan, Signs of Democracy Taking Hold By: Scott Smith , / 23 April, 2014 The Afghan election was preceded by pessimistic speculations that it would be rigged or undermined by violence. Election day put to rest many of those concerns, says Scott Smith.
On the Ground in Afghanistan By: OpenCanada Staff , / 27 May, 2013 Graeme Smith on the prospect of democratic elections, his new book, and Canada’s continuing responsibility to Kandahar.
Time to End Combat Operations in Afghanistan By: Mark Sedra , / 23 March, 2012 The Panjwai massacre was the straw that broke the camel’s back.
Giving Perspective to the Killings in Kandahar By: Stephen Saideman , / 14 March, 2012 Steve Saideman on why we should resist drawing larger conclusions.
A Warning to NATO: Afghanistan Could Collapse By: Roland Paris , / 2 March, 2012 Roland Paris interviews Pulitzer-winner Steve Coll.