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The Great Afghan Gem Heist: How the War Led to the Pillaging of Afghanistan's Precious Stones

Posted on Dec 23, 2009, Source: IPS News

In the last eight years, Afghanistan's precious stones and artifacts have been stolen at record levels.

With Unemployment at 40 Percent, Afghan Teens Enlist in Army, Police

Posted on Nov 7, 2009, Source: IPS News

In a matter of weeks, Afghanistan's boys can go from high school students, to uniformed soldiers.
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