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Afghan loya jirga debates new constitution for Afghanistan
Delegates gather at Kabul’s loya jirga to debate a 160 article draft constitution, seeking a strong presidency to counter insurgency while tackling Islamic direction and women’s rights. Mujaddedi elected chairman amid power-sharing tensions with Karzai allies watching warlord influence.
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