America has dealt with its fair share of hardships in contemporary history. The resource discusses the events of the Gulf War, September 11th, the Afghanistan War, and The Iraq War. Scholars click on artifacts to learn more information,...

Should the United States continue the practice of using drone strikes abroad? Readers explore the top pro and con arguments in preparation for a debate or discussion about the topic. They read about the history of drone strikes, view a...

[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times continually updates the news in Afghanistan, particularly about the conditions due to the recurring insurgency.

Essay on the status of religious freedom in Afghanistan as of 2001. The repression practiced by the Taliban is described in detail. A note at the end explains that the most up-to-date information is not available as there has been no...

Who are the Taliban? A detailed look at the history and political background of this Afghan based Islamic extremist organization. (18 June 2013)

A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Afghanistan in Southern Asia. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are also numerous links available...

The Obama administration is changing its strategy and timetable for US troops in Afghanistan. Caught between the desire of Karzai for limited American military role and the fear of not being able to fulfill the goal of subduing Taliban...

A brief history of Taliban with a focus on women's rights.

Profile of Mullah Mohammed Omar, one of Osama Bin Laden's main supporters in Afghanistan. (updated May 2011)

CBS News offers a detailed overview of the military action the United States took against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Content includes a focus on the weapons of war, the enemy, and the U.S. allies.

The New York Times Learning Network provides a variety of archived news articles, lesson plans, and resources concerning the issues and events that surfaced from the September 11, 2001 attacks.