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In October 2001, Canada made a commitment to help rebuild Afghanistan. Eight years later, Canadians debate their ongoing involvement.

The Battle of Maiwand took place on 27 July 1880, between the Afghan forces of Ayub Khan and a British Brigade commanded by General Burrows.

In March 2008, Parliament set an end date to Canada's military engagement in Afghanistan of 2011; now Canada is facing pressure to extend its commitment.

The Canadian Peace Alliance (CPA) has issued an action calling for Canada out of Afghanistan and the United States out of Iraq. The date for the action is October 27/07.

Canada should stay in Afghanistan beyond 2011 according to NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen. His comments came while visiting to Afghanistan.

Canada complained to America and the USA complained to Europe - put additional combat troops in Afghanistan. Europe's answer was a resounding NO and NATO is in jeopardy!

Evidence emerges that, despite its denials, the Canadian government knew about the torture of battlefield detainees it transferred to Afghan security officials.

Defense Minister Peter MacKay is hinting at extending Canada's mission in Afghanistan beyond the 2011 pullout date. The announcement came on his recent visit.

In a beautifully scripted film, Payami raises new political awareness surrounding democracy, people unprepared to accept the system, and the obstacles in between.

Joint Force Harrier is written in traditionally understated British manner which raises the sense of excitement and tension that would be lost with a more gung-ho style.

Life in Italy is not just about great food, fast cars, and gorgeous citizens. The skiing is world-class, too.

Defense Minister Peter Mackay could leave Canada for NATO's (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)'s top job as Secretary-General. Mackay denies any interest in the job.

Hitting the slopes near Mount Washington combines the personal challenge of skiing on trails graded for beginners to experts with beautiful snow-covered mountain scenery

It is clear that America has failed once again. Its war on terror, costing billions of dollars and millions of lives, has encouraged unimaginable terror.

Security in Afghanistan will not be achieved without the creation of jobs and infrastructure. FINCA loans allow Afghan families to build small businesses and create jobs.

The NATO strategy in Afghanistan must be a careful balance between fighting the Taliban insurgency and becoming a force in the economic reconstruction of the country.

Women in Afghanistan endure a level of suppression that most Westerners find offensive.

Karzai's government invite foreign investors to bid for fuel exploration and mining contracts as the conflict rages on.