Taliban
A Sunni Islamic fundamentalist political movement and military organization in Afghanistan
Real World Example
The Taliban emerged in the early 1990s during the chaos following the Soviet-Afghan War, aiming to establish a strict interpretation of Sharia law in Afghanistan. They gained control of most of Afghanistan by 1996, providing order but severely restricting freedoms, especially for women and girls. The group was important because it provided sanctuary to Al-Qaeda, leading to the 9/11 attacks and prompting U.S. military intervention in 2001. Today, the Taliban's resurgence affects global security and human rights, impacting daily life for Afghans, especially women who face restrictions on education and employment. An example is Malala Yousafzai, who survived a Taliban attack for advocating girls' education, highlighting the ongoing struggle for educational rights in regions under Taliban influence.
