Afghanistan votes in historic presidential election
Afghanistan votes in historic presidential election
People in Afghanistan have voted for a new president in the nation’s first ever transfer of power through the ballot box.
Turnout was reportedly brisk despite heavy rain and security concerns.
A massive operation was launched to thwart the Taliban, who had vowed to disrupt the election.
Eight candidates are vying to succeed Hamid Karzai, who is barred by the constitution from seeking a third consecutive term as president.
05.04.2014
BBC
