Monday, August 18, 2008

Afghans shift independence celebration to secret venue

KABUL (Reuters) - Afghanistan secured its independence from Britain in 1919 after two wars with the world's then most powerful empire.

Frustration is growing among many Afghans over rampant corruption, insecurity, and the booming heroin trade, as well as civilian casualties in the fighting against the militant insurgents.
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Afghans shift independence celebration to secret venue - Yahoo! News

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