jirga
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The gathering appeared similar to a "loya jirga", a traditional form of decision making in Afghanistan that some leaders, including former republic President Ashraf Ghani have used.
From Reuters • Jun. 30, 2022
The ongoing talks in Kabul are between the militants and a jirga, an assembly of Pakistani politicians and tribal elders.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2022
There was no longer any question of sharing power, but he was present for a telephone call with the Taliban when they discussed who would attend the jirga.
From New York Times • Dec. 24, 2021
A jirga is a centuries-old Afghan tradition for decision-making and is particularly popular among ethnic Pashtuns, which make up the backbone of the Taliban.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 14, 2021
“He was chosen by all parties in the jirga, including the Northern Alliance.”
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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