News from Afghanistan, with a critical eye on Bush administration's claims that its overthrow of the Taliban government improved Afghanistan's prospects for democracy, human rights and status of women.
Afghanistan's Women after 'Liberation'
As the mujhadeen re-assert control in Afghanistan, few women can take advantage of new possibilities for education, health and independence. The Ministry of Women's Affairs is of little help in advancing women's rights.
A final decision on Canada's participation in U.S. National Missile Defense will be made in the coming weeks. Click here to visit ceasefire.ca where you may send an on-line fax to Paul Martin.
