afghanistan

Third Night of Afghanistan Attacks Follows Daytime Raid

A third night of U.S.-led bombings has begun in Afghanistan today, following the first daytime raid since strikes began Sunday.

Kabul, Kandahar Hit in Second Day of Attacks

Afghanistan's capital Kabul and the city of Kandahar, a stronghold of the country's ruling Taliban regime, came under attack today in a second day of U.S. strikes.

Emergency Humanitarian Aid Dropped Over Afghanistan

Two U.S. C-17 aircraft early today flew from the Ramstein U.S. Air Force Base in Germany, dropping emergency rations for refugees over Afghanistan. The airdrop was part of a humanitarian relief effort expected to continue over the next few days.

International Leaders React to Attacks

Soon after the United States-led strikes against Afghanistan began today, international leaders in Europe and elsewhere largely expressed support and pledged possible military support.

Taliban Calls U.S. Strikes 'Terrorist Act'

The Taliban's ambassador to Pakistan today condemned what he called "brutal" U.S. attacks against targets inside Afghanistan.

Kabul, Kandahar Reportedly Hit in Attacks

Afghanistan's capital Kabul and the Taliban stronghold of Kandahar are reportedly among the areas targeted by the U.S. and its allies during today's attacks.

U.S. in 'First Stages' of Attack

Pentagon officials say today's strikes on targets inside Afghanistan are part of a sustained effort against alleged terrorist operations.

U.S., Allies Attack Afghanistan

President Bush Sunday announced the U.S., with help from Great Britain, has begun military strikes against targets in Afghanistan.

U.S., Allies Attack Afghanistan

President Bush today announced the U.S., with help from Great Britain, has begun military strikes against targets in Afghanistan.

Britain's Blair, Pakistan's Musharraf Discuss Coalition

British Prime Minister Tony Blair met today with Pakistani leader Gen. Pervez Musharraf as part of a whirlwind tour to garner support for an international coalition against terrorism.