a fundamentalist Islamic militia; in 1995 the Taliban militia took over Afghanistan and in 1996 took Kabul and set up an Islamic government
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taleban::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | taliban |
| Type of | religious movement |
Examples of taleban
taleban
Dear heavens, the green taleban are resurrecting old threats to beat us with.
From the independent.co.uk
Taleban insurgents have mounted a series of powerful offensives and deadly ambushes throughout the country.
From the voanews.com
Taleban fighters are still active in Afghanistan and Pakistan, but there is no hint they are present in Tripoli.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Taleban troops fled in panicked retreat to Kunduz.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Taleban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid said in a statement that the helicopter was involved in an assault on a house where insurgent fighters were gathering.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Taleban worships Jinnah for creating a nation exclusively for Muslims where brothers could fight each other without involving the other infidels.
From the guardian.co.uk
Taleban supporters have intensified attacks against the Afghan government and foreigners in recent months, particularly in the southern and eastern parts of the country.
From the voanews.com
- Taliban: a fundamentalist Islamic militia; in 1995 the Taliban militia took over Afghanistan and in 1996 took Kabul and set up an Islamic government; "the Taliban enforced a strict Muslim code of behavior"
- State opponents Islamic Republic of Afghanistan NATOn ISAFnNon-state opponents
