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VICE News Interviews Abdullah Abdullah: Elections in Afghanistan (Dispatch 1)

There's an eerie sense of calm to Kabul ahead of Saturday's elections, as government security forces place the city under lockdown in an attempt to neutralise any Taliban attacks before they happen. The first round of the presidential elections, back in April, were surprisingly peaceful- at least within the Kabul security bubble- but the Taliban have publicly vowed to disrupt Saturday's runoff, warning voters to stay away from polling stations.

English
  • Originally Aired June 14, 2014
  • Runtime 9 minutes
  • Network YouTube
  • Production Company VICE Media
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