Backed by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban Leaders Call for Return to Peace Talks Pakistan FM says talks with US should resume as soon as possible
Afghanistan Adviser Claims Taliban Hardliners Joining ISIS, al-Qaeda Provides no evidence of defections, but says it proves they don't want peace
As Votes Are Counted, Both Afghan Front-Runners Claim Victory Runoff likely with both top candidates faring well
Protesters: US Airstrike Killed Five Civilians in Eastern Afghanistan US claims 11 killed, all Taliban
Afghan Anger Over US Strikes Grows as Election Nears Protest leaders accuse govt of being too busy campaigning to protect civilians
Joint US-Afghan Strike Kills 40 Civilians at Wedding US statement says deaths probably al-Qaeda's fault
