Karzai's decision not to sign security pact has created huge political difficulties.

Rejects recommendation from Loya Jirga to quickly ink security pact.

Opponents of U.S. drone strikes rough up drivers after party led by cricket star Imran Khan gets involved.

The Taliban have so far refused to talk directly with Karzai's government.

Afghanistan faces a possible repeat of abuses that have discredited efforts to build a democracy.

Six bodies found previously in southern province ID'd as policemen.

Apparent victims of the Taliban, which regularly targets state projects.

Attack struck near the site of upcoming talks on a U.S. troop deal.

Afghan President suggests negotiations with the United States have concluded, with a presentation to tribal elders on deck.

More than 1 million Afghans are addicts, living in squalor in its cities.