The
organization was formed in late 80s by Osama Bin Laden
who had come to Afghanistan to fight against the Soviet
forces. The literal meaning of Al-Qaeda is “The Base”.
Al-Qaeda’s network includes outfits which are operating
in estimated 65 countries worldwide. The group
propagates armed militancy against Western countries and
their allies in the Muslim World.
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