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Afghanistan Election: Who's in Control?

Afghans head to the polls tomorrow but after more than 17 years of conflict, thousands of deaths and more than a trillion dollars spent, who really controls the country?

Afghans will once again defy threats, insecurity and fears over electoral fraud as they prepare to vote in parliamentary elections. After more than 17 years of conflict, thousands of deaths and more than a trillion dollars spent, who really controls Afghanistan? Also: China growth slows and Anglo Saxon kingdoms.

(Photo: Afghan soldiers marching. Credit: Getty Images)

53 minutes

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Fri 19 Oct 201809:06GMT

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  • Fri 19 Oct 201809:06GMT

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