"We have made clear to the government of Afghanistan our serious concerns regarding the return of Mr.Dostum and any prospective role in today's Afghanistan,"

VOA: standard.2009.08.17

The Obama administration says it counseled the Karzai government against allowing the return of General Dostum, whose reputation threatens to cast a pall over the country's critical election process to which the United States has lent heavy support.

VOA: standard.2009.08.17

At a news briefing, Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs P.J.Crowley made clear that the Obama administration opposes Dostum's return and possible future role in the government, and that it is reviewing human rights charges against him.

VOA: standard.2009.08.17

His relationship with Dostum helped him cross the border easily during a time when not many others could.

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But his association with Dostum certainly helped to turn his financial fortunes.

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Abdul Rashid Dostum, has refused to appear in court on charges he and his men brutally assaulted a rival and his relatives last month.

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