In our third Podcast, we offer a summary of the events of the past two weeks in Afghanistan including global press reaction to outbreaks of fighting in Pakistan, as well as to the release of Italian journalist Daniele Mastrogiacomo.
In Voices from Afghanistan, Saleem Shahzad, Pakistan bureau chief for Asia Times, reacts to the news of the Italian journalist's release, and gives an insight into how he goes about his job.
In our regular slot, Around Afghanistan with Vanni Cappelli, he discusses the implications of the release of Mr Mastrogiacomo in exchange for several senior Taliban supporters.
Presented by Naira Antoun