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Background 
War in Afghanistan
On October 7, the United States began air strikes against Afghanistan aimed at destroying the military capability of the Taliban government. Access Commentary, News Sources and Web Special Reports in this report.
Who is Osama bin Laden?
Osama bin Laden, the Saudi dissident and millionaire, is presently the prime suspect in the
World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks. Mr Bin Laden has been in Afghanistan since 1996, where
he was welcomed by the Taliban leadership, who have since refused to extradite him despite repeated
attempts by the United States. Keep abreast of developments
by accessing the latest news, links, and commentary in this special report.
Who are the
Taliban?
The rise to power of the Taliban (literally: students) in Afghanistan began in 1994. They now
control over 90 per cent of the country. Pakistan is now the only state that recognizes the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. Access information on how the Taliban is responding to this crisis in this
special report.
Role of Pakistan
Pakistan is now the only state that recognizes the Taliban as the legitimate government
of Afghanistan (both Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have severed ties in the wake of this crisis). President General Pervez Musharraf has, despite domestic constraints, agreed to
cooperate with the US government. Monitor events in the region in this special report.
Hate Crimes in America
In wake of the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, D.C. on September 11, many Americans of Middle Eastern, Central Asian and South Asian descent have become the targets of threats, harassment, racial profiling and violence, regardless of religious affiliation. Access a comprehensive collection of news stories, commentaries, links to organizations that combat hate crimes, listings of websites which track media coverage of minority groups and general resources.
Islam in Asia
While Islam is commonly portrayed as a Middle Eastern religion, most of the world’s
Muslims live in Asia. In this special report, we provide multimedia links,
links to mosques and Muslim associations, general links, and resources in order to
help further a greater understanding of Islam.
CIA Map of Asia
AsiaProfiles:
Afghanistan
Pakistan
Central Asia
Maps from the Financial Times: Assault on America Report
From the Web: Special Reports:
Al-Ahram Weekly: US Tragedy Fall-Out
New York Times: Attack on America
Washington Post: America Attacked
Yahoo Full Coverage:
Terrorism in the U.S.
World Full Coverage: Afghanistan
Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda
World Full Coverage: Pakistan
Guardian:
Special report: attack on America
Special report: war in Afghanistan
Independent:
Special Report: Political Aftermath
Special Report on Terror in America
BBC In Depth: After the Taleban
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