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UN Evacuates Afghanistan Staff UN Evacuates Afghanistan Staff- The United Nations moved staff out of Afghanistan, fearing US strikes on the country after terror attacks on America. Bin Laden Extradition Raised Bin Laden Extradition Raised- Afghanistan's ruling Taleban militia say they will study any evidence of Osama bin Laden's involvement in the US terror attacks, but ruled out an imm… US Attacks Shock South Asia US Attacks Shock South Asia- South Asian nations spoke out against the devastating attacks on the United States, as they stepped up security around US installations. US Attack Hits Karachi Market US Attack Hits Karachi Market- The main index in Pakistan's biggest stock exchange in Karachi lost nearly 50 points after the attacks in the US. Taleban Tense as US Seeks Targets Taleban Tense as US Seeks Targets- The BBC's John Simpson analyses why the Taleban's relationship with Osama Bin Laden could be its undoing. 'Bangladeshis Killed in US Tragedy' 'Bangladeshis Killed in US Tragedy'- At least 50 Bangladeshis were killed in the attack on the World Trade Center in New York according to the Dhaka government. Taleban Chief Defends Bin Laden Taleban Chief Defends Bin Laden- The Taleban's reclusive leader asserts Osama Bin Laden's innocence as Kabul braces for a retaliatory operation by the United States. Pakistan Weighs up US Demands Pakistan Weighs up US Demands- Pakistan's military leadership has yet to give a firm response to US requests for help in rooting out those behind Tuesday's attacks, reports the BB… India Offers US Military Backing India Offers US Military Backing- India offered full operational backing to the US in the event of military retaliation for the terror attacks in New York and Washington. Indians Desperate for News Indians Desperate for News- The BBC's Daniel Lak looks at the impact of the tragedy in New York on family and friends of victims in India. Aid Agencies Warn of Afghan Crisis Aid Agencies Warn of Afghan Crisis- Aid agencies and the UN say Afghans could flood out of the country in search of food following the withdrawal of aid workers. Pakistanis Pray for US Victims Pakistanis Pray for US Victims- Special Friday prayers have taken place at mosques in Pakistan for those killed in Tuesday's attacks in Washington and New York. Taleban Prepares for Battle Taleban Prepares for Battle- Afghanistan's ruling Taleban warned the US that it would retaliate if a military strike was launched against its country. Analysis: Pakistan's Dilemma Analysis: Pakistan's Dilemma- President Musharraf has pledged support for the US, but many in his country are strongly supportive of Osama Bin Laden, reports the BBC. Pakistan 'Will Comply' on Terror Pakistan 'Will Comply' on Terror- Islamabad says it will adhere to any UN resolutions on terrorism following pressure from the US to co-operate in any attack on Afghanistan. UN Emergency Teams in Pakistan UN Emergency Teams in Pakistan- The UN refugee agency sends a large emergency team to Pakistan as thousands of people leave their homes in Afghanistan Analysis: Pakistan's Role in US plans Analysis: Pakistan's Role in US plans- Looks at the implications of Pakistan's agreement to co-operate with the US in its campaign against Osama Bin Laden. Fears of New Afghan Exodus Fears of New Afghan Exodus- Iran shuts its border with Afghanistan fearing a new wave of refugees fleeing US reprisals against the Taleban and Osama Bin Laden. Pakistan Seeks Bin Laden Handover Pakistan Seeks Bin Laden Handover- Pakistan is to send a delegation to persuade the Taleban to hand over Osama Bin Laden as Afghans flee from possible US attacks. On Edge: Afghanistan's Neighbours On Edge: Afghanistan's Neighbours- Afghanistan's neighbours have much to be concerned about in the current crisis, whatever their view of the Taleban, reports the BBC. US Seeks Bangladesh Assistance US Seeks Bangladesh Assistance- The United States asks Bangladesh for the use of its ports and airports in the event of possible attacks against Afghanistan. Indian Muslim Leader Warns of Protests Indian Muslim Leader Warns of Protests- The chief cleric of India's largest mosque warns the US not to attack Afghanistan without proof of its role in last Tuesday's events. Afghanistan - A Tough Military Option Afghanistan - A Tough Military Option- Eurasia analyst Malcolm Haslett assesses the difficulty the United States is likely to face if it decides to launch a strike against Afghani… Indian Markets Crash Indian Markets Crash- Indian stocks hit an eight-year low as investors sell heavily amid fears of a US strike on Afghanistan. UN Prepares for Major Afghan Crisis UN Prepares for Major Afghan Crisis- The UN refugee agency is sending emergency staff to Pakistan and Iran, warning of a possible major humanitarian disaster for Afghans. Pakistan's Views Possible US Retaliation Pakistan's Views Possible US Retaliation- Owen Bennett Jones asks the people of Peshawar about their views on any impending US military action. India and Pakistan Watch Afghanistan India and Pakistan Watch Afghanistan- The BBC's Mike Wooldridge examines how the emerging situation in Afghanistan is likely to affect relations between India and Pakistan. Analysis: Who are the Taleban? Analysis: Who are the Taleban?- BBC News Online looks at the history and background of the Taleban movement that has ruled much of Afghanistan for the last four years. Pakistani Hospitals on Alert Pakistani Hospitals on Alert- Emergency measures are ordered in hospitals in south-west Pakistan in anticipation of a possible attack by the US on Afghanistan. Analysis: Pakistan's Tough Choice Analysis: Pakistan's Tough Choice- The events of last week in the US have pushed Pakistan into choosing between its old ally, the United States, and its closest neighbour, Afghani…