Worries of Afghan government ahead of elections that will be crucial for hope of peace are serious

NATO says fair Afghan polls key to post-2014 peace

AFP – NATO chief Anders Fogh Rasmussen called on the Afghan government Monday to ensure free and fair presidential elections next year after widespread allegations of fraud marred the 2009 poll. The credibility of the vote is seen as crucial to avoiding an escalation of violence as NATO combat troops withdraw. | Democracy, elections and voting at Democracy Chronicles