Taliban: Past, Present and Future | History, Governance, and Global Impact Explained
--- đ Taliban: Past, Present, and Future (English Version) Disclaimer: This article is written purely for educational and informational purposes. It does not promote or support any political, religious, or militant organization. The goal is to analyze historical and current developments objectively for readers’ understanding. --- 1. The Past: The Rise of the Taliban The Taliban emerged in the early 1990s in northern Pakistan following the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. The word Taliban means “students” in Pashto, referring to those trained in traditional Islamic schools known as madrasas. Initially, the Taliban gained support for their promise to restore peace and enforce strict Islamic law. By 1996, they had captured Kabul and established the “Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.” Their rule was characterized by severe restrictions, especially on women’s rights, freedom of expression, and education. The regime was toppled in 2001 after the U.S.-led invasion that...
