/tags/north-atlantic-treaty-organization-nato North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) en-US Copyright KUNC/Community Radio for Northern Colorado 2020 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 22:30:53 GMT /npr-news/2014-10-14/microsoft-windows-flaw-let-russian-hackers-spy-on-nato-report-says A weakness in Microsoft Windows has been exploited by Russian hackers to spy on Western governments, NATO, European energy companies and an academic organization in the U.S., according to a report. Tue, 14 Oct 2014 22:30:53 GMT /npr-news/2014-10-14/microsoft-windows-flaw-let-russian-hackers-spy-on-nato-report-says Aarti Shahani /npr-news/2014-03-02/kerry-will-travel-to-kiev-amid-escalating-crisis The secretary of state's trip comes as Ukraine's week-old government scrambles to mobilizing reserves in the face of Moscow's military incursion into the Crimea peninsula. Sun, 02 Mar 2014 13:08:00 GMT /npr-news/2014-03-02/kerry-will-travel-to-kiev-amid-escalating-crisis Scott Neuman /npr-news/2013-09-09/how-to-build-an-afghan-army-in-a-million-difficult-steps As the deadline for the withdrawal of U.S. and NATO troops from Afghanistan approaches, Afghans have taken over the lead combat role in places like restive Helmand province. But U.S. forces are still engaged in major training efforts to make sure the Afghan-led security is sustainable. Mon, 09 Sep 2013 07:29:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-09-09/how-to-build-an-afghan-army-in-a-million-difficult-steps Sean Carberry /2013-07-01/afghanistans-next-generation-wants-taliban-held-accountable NATO troops pull out of Afghanistan by the end of 2014, leaving some Afghans concerned about security. The withdrawal of foreign troops also opens up multiple chances for a successful democracy. A new generation is emerging in Afghanistan that is more educated, more connected with the world and more hopeful about the future than previous generations. Renee Montagne talks to with Shaharzad Akbar, chairperson for Afghanistan 1400; and Haseeb Humayoon, founding partner and director of QARA Consulting. Mon, 01 Jul 2013 08:00:00 GMT /2013-07-01/afghanistans-next-generation-wants-taliban-held-accountable /npr-news/2013-06-18/nato-hands-over-security-duty-to-afghan-forces It marks the first time the whole country has been under Afghan control since the coalition invaded to oust the Taliban in 2001. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:59:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-06-18/nato-hands-over-security-duty-to-afghan-forces Eyder Peralta /npr-news/2013-06-12/tallinn-the-former-soviet-city-that-gave-birth-to-skype The Estonian capital is dotted with medieval towers and Soviet architecture that belie its status as one of the world's most technologically advanced cities. Residents use a smart card to ride the bus, and mail packages and pay for parking with their phones. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:31:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-06-12/tallinn-the-former-soviet-city-that-gave-birth-to-skype Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson /npr-news/2013-06-08/three-americans-killed-in-latest-afghanistan-insider-attack The gunman was wearing an Afghan military uniform and reportedly killed two U.S. soldiers and a civilian following an argument. Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:40:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-06-08/three-americans-killed-in-latest-afghanistan-insider-attack Scott Neuman /npr-news/2013-05-16/at-least-13-dead-including-americans-after-attack-in-kabul A suicide bomber in a car reportedly blew up himself and the vehicle as a NATO convoy passed by. Afghans who were nearby by, as well as some people in the convoy, were killed. Dozens of others were injured. The militant group Hizb-i-Islami has taken responsibility for the attack. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:22:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-05-16/at-least-13-dead-including-americans-after-attack-in-kabul Mark Memmott /npr-news/2013-04-27/taliban-says-it-will-begin-spring-offensive-sunday The militant group says it will use "every possible tactic" to inflict casualties on foreigners in Afghanistan. They specifically mention insider attacks, a growing threat in recent years. Taliban attacks are up nearly 50 percent compared to this time in 2012, an independent report says. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 12:47:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-04-27/taliban-says-it-will-begin-spring-offensive-sunday Sean Carberry /npr-news/2013-03-11/with-withdrawal-looming-u-s-troops-shift-their-aim U.S. and other NATO troops are spending less time fighting the Taliban and more time making local Afghan governments self-sufficient. It's a slow process. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:36:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-03-11/with-withdrawal-looming-u-s-troops-shift-their-aim Sean Carberry