Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Iraq Bombings Mark the Start of a Bloody Eid

Islamist terrorists have continued their wave of attacks against mosques as Muslims celebrate the start of the festival of Eid al-Adha.

Review: "An American Bride in Kabul" by P. Chesler

Sharia-Life: A Geo-Political Time Bomb About to Explode

Suicide Bombing Rocks US Consulate in Herat

A Taliban suicide bomber has detonated a huge blast outside the US Consulate in Afghan city of Herat.

A Dollar to a Child to Blow Himself Up

Taliban terrorists are bribing starving eight year old children to plant roadside bombs, act as decoys and to be suicide bombers.

Marine: No Regret for Urinating on Taliban Corpses

Staff Sgt. Joseph Chamblin says he'd do it again: "These were the same guys who were killing our family, killing our brothers."

Kerry Calls on Taliban to Get Peace Talks 'Back on Track'

Secretary of State John Kerry called on the Taliban to get peace talks “back on track,” after the recent breakdown of negotiations.

Report: US, Taliban to Hold Peace Talks

United States and Taliban officials will engage in Afghanistan peace talks Thursday, senior U.S. administration officials said.

Suicide Bomber Strikes Near US Embassy in Afghanistan

A suicide car bomber struck near US embassy in Kabul on Tuesday, killing at least eight people and wounding 20.

Video: Father of Slain US Soldier Speaks Out

Father of slain American soldier: "You can't have world peace if you have people out there who hate us."

Report: Afghan President Confirms Receiving Cash from CIA

Afghan President Hamid Karzai confirmed Monday that his office has received money from the CIA over the past decade.

Kerry: Slain Diplomat 'Smart, Capable, Eager to Serve'

Secretary of State John Kerry paid tribute to American female diplomat who was among six NATO personnel killed in two attacks in Afghanistan

'Prototype al-Qaeda Operative' Charged in New York

Alleged al-Qaeda who plotted a bomb attack against American diplomatic facilities in Nigeria was charged Wednesday in New York.

Five US Troops Die in Afghan Chopper Crash

Five US troops fighting Islamist insurgents in southern Afghanistan were killed in a helicopter crash in bad weather.

Hagel's Visit to Afghanistan Quickly Turns to Crisis Management

Hagel faced inflammatory remarks from Afghan President Hamid Karzai and insurgent bombings during his first visit to the country

Two US Soldiers Killed in 'Insider Attack' on Afghan Base

Two American soldiers in Afghanistan were killed along with several local troops in the latest suspected insider attack

Afghan President Accuses US of Collusion with Taliban

President Karzai has accused the US of colluding with the Taliban to justify its presence in Afghanistan.

Amid Torture Allegations, Afghan President Expels U.S. Soldiers

U.S. special forces were given two weeks to leave a key province after it was revealed that soldiers tortured and killed innocent people

US Navy SEAL Who Killed Bin Laden Breaks His Silence

"I shot him, two times in the forehead...He crumpled onto the floor in front of his bed and I hit him again," recalled the SEAL

Obama Awards Medal of Honor to Heroic Soldier

"These men were outnumbered, outgunned and almost overrun," Obama said, as he bestowed the Medal of Honor upon Clinton Romesha

Meditation as the Answer to Healing Post-War Trauma

US war veterans say meditation could help heal the post-war mental disturbances that afflict a growing number of American soldiers.

Obama Moves Ahead with Afghanistan Withdrawal Plans

"Our core objective...is now within reach. Ensuring that Al-Qaeda can never again use Afghanistan to launch attacks against America."

Obama to Meet Afghan Leader Amid Talks of Final Withdrawal

NATO's combat mission will end next year, making the number of US troops left behind crucial to the chances of thwarting Al-Qaeda

Ancient Afghan Papers Shed Light on Jewish Life

Cache of 1,000-year-old documents written by Afghan Jews provides great insight into medieval Jewish life in central Asia.

Afghan Taliban Likens US Exit Strategy to Vietnam

The Taliban likened the impending withdrawal of US-led foreign troops to the end of the Vietnam war.

Suicide Car Bombing at US Military Base in Afghanistan

A suicide car bombing at a US military base in eastern Afghanistan killed at least three Afghans and wounded seven others.

U.S. Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty in Afghan Massacre

Prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Robert Bales, accused of killing 16 Afghan villagers last March.

Arutz Sheva Visits US Navy Aircraft Carrier USS Eisenhower

As tensions with Iran continue, we meet the outgoing air group commander of one of the giant US Navy aircraft carriers situated in the area.

American Doctor Rescued from Taliban in Afghanistan

An American doctor abducted by the Taliban was rescued by coalition forces Sunday in eastern Afghanistan.

Former Neo-Nazi: Joining Taliban was a 'Terrible Mistake'

A former neo-Nazi who joined Taliban and attacked an American base near Afghan-Pakistan border said in court he “made a terrible mistake”.

CBS News Reporter Slams Obama Over Taliban Lie

CBS News reporter Lara Logan lambasts the Obama administration for pushing the "major lie" that the Taliban has been weakened.

Afghan Cleric Offers Reward for Death of Film Producer

An Afghan cleric says he will sell all his properties to pay a reward to anyone killing the producer of "Innocence of Muslims."

Four NATO Troops Killed in 'Insider' Attack in Afghanistan

Four NATO troops were killed Sunday in an insider attack “suspected to involve members of the Afghan police” in southern Afghanistan.

Jordan Asks YouTube to Remove Anti-Islam Video Clips

The Jordanian government has asked YouTube to remove film clips “insulting Prophet Mohammed and hurting the feelings of Arabs and Muslims.”

On Anniversary of 9/11, Al-Qaeda Leader Confirms Death of Deputy

Al-Qaeda leader released a video coinciding with anniversary of September 11 attacks, confirming for the first time the death of his deputy.

Taliban Vows to Kindap and Kill Prince Harry

The Afghan Taliban vowed on Monday to do everything in their power to kidnap or assassinate Britain's Prince Harry.

U.S. Designates Haqqani Network a Terrorist Group

The U.S. State Department on Friday officially designated the Pakistan-based Haqqani a terrorist organization.

Taliban Beheads 17 for Partaking in Music Celebration

Taliban insurgents beheaded 17 civilians, including two women, in Afghanistan's southern Helmand province.

Senior Pakistani Taliban Leader Killed in Afghanistan Strike

A senior Pakistani Taliban leader was killed in a NATO airstrike in Afghanistan's northern Kunar province, the NATO announced Saturday.

First Hand Account of Bin Laden Raid to be Released on 9/11

A new book that provides a detailed, first person account of the raid that killed Osama bin Laden is set to be released on September 11.

Terrorists Target Dempsey

Missile Hits US Military Chief’s Plane; Dempsey not On Board

Terrorists attacked the parked plane of US Chief of Staff Martin Dempsey, who was not in the aircraft at the time.

Pakistan Trucks To Roll Again

Clinton Apology To Pakistan Reopens Border Supply Route

An American apology opened the Pakistani gateway to Afghanistan that had been closed after a friendly fire incident.

US-Pakistani Ties Deteriorate

No Reopening Of Supply Routes To Afghanistan Via Pakistan

US relations with Pakistan continue to deteriorate as US negotiation team calls it quits.

NATO Revives Nixon Approach

Can Obama Succeed In Afghanistan Where Nixon Failed In Vietnam?

NATO has made the individual inclination of its member states to leave Afghanistan into a policy

US Secretly Releasing Taliban Fighters

The US has been secretly releasing captured Taliban fighters from detention center in Afghanistan as part of negotiations with insurgents.

Al-Qaeda Coming Back Despite Obama's Claims, Says Expert

Obama said Al-Qaeda was “on a path to defeat,” but expert Seth Jones says he has evidence to the contrary.

Yankees Don't Go Home

Russia's Lavrov Criticizes NATO For Artificial Withdrawal Timing

The NATO Secretary General politely told the Russians to put up or shut up.

Pakistan Taliban Threatens NATO Re-Supply Lines

The Pakistani Taliban has threatened to attack the country's lawmakers if they allow police to reopen NATO supply routes to Afghanistan.

When You're You're Gone

Taliban And Hamid Karzai Compete Over Who Can Snub The Americans

After the Qoran burnings, the killing spree by an American sergeant - and its imminent withdrawal, the US has few friends in Afghanistan.

Karzai Demands NATO Pullback After Murders

Following the murder of 16 Afghans by a US soldier, Afghan president Hamid Karzai wants NATO restricted to its bases and out by 2013.

Panetta Seeks to Defuse Afghan Tensions

US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta made a personal appearance in Afghanistan to ease tensions after a US soldier murdered 16.

Afghanistan: U.S. Soldier Murders 16

A U.S. soldier has murdered 16 Afghan civilians, including nine children, in an incident likely to exacerbate existing tensions.

NATO, Western Nations Pull Advisers from Afghan Ministries

Islamic rage and murderous terror attacks have prompted NATO and Western nations to yank their advisers from Afghan ministries.

Taliban Revenge Attack Near NATO Base Kills 9

Taliban kills nine people at an Afghani NATO base and poisons food at a mess hall in revenge for the U.S. soldiers burning the Koran.

Iran Fights Fire with Fire, General Says Burn the White House

An Iranian general says the White House should be burned in response to American soldiers’ burning Korans in Afghanistan.

Video: Afghan Muslims Up in Arms over Koran Burnings by US

The US army has profusely apologized for soldier’s burning Muslim holy books with extremist passages but local Muslims remain angry.

US Forces Assassinate Al Qaeda Chief in Pakistan

US forces have assassinated an Al Qaeda terrorist chief in a targeted air strike in Pakistan.

US Taliban Begin Qatar Talks

US Wants a Peace Agreement with Taliban in Time for Elections

The US has begun talks with the Taliban in Qatar that may produce a prisoner exchange.

Perry: Obama ‘Over The Top’ About Marine Video

Texas Governmor Rick Perry says President Obama is showing 'disdain for the military' with his rhetoric about embarrassing video.

10 Killed in Taliban Raid on Government Office

Three Taliban terrorists raided a government office sparking a firefight before detonating their suicide vests.