The overall human rights situation in Afghanistan is poor. Political killings. torture. rape. arbitrary detention. looting. abductions and kidnappings for ransom were committed by armed units. local commanders and rogue individuals. At the end of this decadelong conflict it would appear that Afghanistan is beginning the process of resolving these problems. as well as a number of others. including the removal of millions of land mines scattered throughout the Afghan countryside. the repatriation of over 2 million Afghan refugees currently residing in Pakistan and Iran. as well as the cessation of safe haven for terrorist leaders and activities in this wartorn Nation. The United States officially supports no party or faction in this conflict and backs the United Nations negotiation efforts to establish a coalition government where all factions are fairly represented. Recently. on April 17. the United States Ambassador to the United Nations. the Honorable Bill Richardson. brokered an agreement from the two opposing factions to establish a ceasefire and participate in structured peace talks.
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