Threats Fail to Stop Afghans Casting Votes ; Warnings of Violence Fail to Materialise

The JournalAugust 21, 2009

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MILLIONS of Afghans defied Taliban threats as they went to the polls yesterday to choose their next president.

While the landmark elections passed off more peacefully than many had expected, they were still marred by a series of attacks around the country.

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Threats Fail to Stop Afghans Casting Votes ; Warnings of Violence Fail to Materialise

Turnout varied widely but early reports suggested it was weaker in the turbulent south, casting doubt...

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