Taliban (noun)

1. A Sunni Islamist extremist group, primarily based in Afghanistan, that was in power from 1996 until the US-led invasion in 2001.
2. A member of the Taliban group.

Origin:

Early 21st century: from pashto, plural of talib "student".

Examples:

1. The Taliban were notorious for their strict interpretation of Islamic law and their brutal treatment of women.
2. The US-led coalition overthrew the Taliban regime in 2001.
3. The Taliban have been engaged in a long and bloody insurgency in Afghanistan.
4. The Taliban targeted schools and teachers who taught girls.
5. The Taliban continue to carry out terrorist attacks in Afghanistan and neighboring countries.