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Taliban
Afghan islamist organization
The Taliban, officially known as the Islamic Movement of Taliban, also referring to itself by the name of the government it operates, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is the ruling government and religious organization of Afghanistan, as well as a militant organization with an ideology comprising elements of the Deobandi movement of Islamic fundamentalism and Pashtun nationalism. It is de facto the sole legal political force in the country, and rejects the principle of democratic participation in its decision making, considering political parties to be un-Islamic.
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4 stories- Oct 8Nidal Hasan Execution To Be LivestreamedBalancedAt his court-martial, Hasan said he attacked troops preparing for Afghanistan to protect Muslims and the Taliban from U.S. forces.Balanced44articles
- Oct 7Nidal Hasan Execution ScheduledMostly RightAt trial, Hasan acknowledged the attack and said he acted to protect Muslims or Taliban leaders from U.S. forces.Mostly Right10articles
- Oct 6Nidal Hasan To Face Firing SquadBalancedHasan said he attacked to stop soldiers from deploying to Afghanistan and killing fellow Muslims, and described his actions as support for the Taliban.Balanced24articles
- Oct 5Trump Approves Nidal Hasan ExecutionMostly RightHasan said he attacked to prevent U.S. soldiers from deploying against Muslims and described his actions as defending the Taliban’s leadership.Mostly Right13articles
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