Islamist
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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Islamist militants have been known to operate in impoverished parts of central and south-western Mindanao.
From BBC
Afghan Taliban officials have visited Bangladesh and met Islamist leaders who are seeking to increase their political influence ahead of elections due in February, Islamist officials in Dhaka said Monday.
From Barron's
Deep fear has long pervaded the arid savannah plains and highlands of north-western Nigeria - even before the US air strikes on the Islamist militants who have made this area their base on Christmas night.
From BBC
It also includes a provision for Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas to lay down its weapons -- a major sticking point.
From Barron's
Daniel Bwala said Nigeria would welcome US help in tackling the Islamist insurgents but noted that it was a "sovereign" country.
From BBC
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