Osama bin Laden was the founder of Al-Qaeda, the jihadist organization responsible for the September 11 attacks on the U.S. and many other mass-casualty attacks against civilian and military targets.
Think of Osama bin Laden as a notorious gang leader. His gang (Al-Qaeda) is feared worldwide for its violent actions, just like how a dangerous gang instills fear in a city or neighborhood.
Jihad: An Arabic term meaning "struggle" or "striving," often interpreted in militant terms by extremist groups.
Terrorism: The use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.
Sudan: A country in North Africa where Osama bin Laden lived and financed his operations from 1992 to 1996.
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