Kabul Promises Change, Gets Vow of Lasting Aid

Many of Mr. Karzai's opponents in Kabul, however, say they fear he could try to retain power by citing deteriorating security and convening a traditional gathering known as the Loya Jirga to authorize an extension of his tenure. - Kabul Promises Change, Gets Vow of Lasting Aid - WSJ
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