ASIA-PACIFIC
Kabul - Security Heightened
Wednesday, 9 July, 2008
Video Journalist John Martinkus reports from Afghanistan
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Ever wondered what it's like filming in a war zone like Afghanistan?
Dateline's Video Journalist John Martinkus returns to the war torn nation for the second time this year, to report on the escalating attacks by suicide bombers.
Catch a video preview of the interview online
Have Your Say: What can be done to stop suicide bomb attacks in Afghanistan?
Security remains on high alert throughout Afghanistan's capital, with businesses, restaurants, hotels and even residences employing security guards and installing re-enforced glass plates in the event of a suicide attack.
While reporting in Afghanistan, Martinkus constantly faces obstacles. Filming is prohibited in many parts of the country and security guards and officials treat any suspicious behavior very seriously.
Video Blogs:
* Return to Afghanistan
* Security heightened in Kabul
* Meeting a would be suicide bomber
Dateline's Video Journalist John Martinkus returns to the war torn nation for the second time this year, to report on the escalating attacks by suicide bombers.
Catch a video preview of the interview online
Have Your Say: What can be done to stop suicide bomb attacks in Afghanistan?
Security remains on high alert throughout Afghanistan's capital, with businesses, restaurants, hotels and even residences employing security guards and installing re-enforced glass plates in the event of a suicide attack.
While reporting in Afghanistan, Martinkus constantly faces obstacles. Filming is prohibited in many parts of the country and security guards and officials treat any suspicious behavior very seriously.
Video Blogs:
* Return to Afghanistan
* Security heightened in Kabul
* Meeting a would be suicide bomber
