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Taif

American  
[tah-if] / ˈtɑ ɪf /

noun

  1. a city in W Saudi Arabia.


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In 1989, the Taif Agreement that ended Lebanon's conflict mandated the disarmament of all militias and introduced a power-sharing deal between sects in a country that is multi-cultural and multi-faith.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The last infection occurred in the city of Taif and involved a patient who had contact with camels.

From Salon • May 11, 2024

A crowning moment for Mr. Husseini came in 1989 after leading negotiations in Taif, Saudi Arabia, seeking to end Lebanon’s civil war that claimed more than 100,000 lives and cemented sectarian lines across the country.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2023

His involvement led many to declare him the "Godfather of Taif".

From Reuters • Jan. 11, 2023

Then the people of Taif, hoping once more for clemency, asked to be released from the obligation of daily prayer.

From Mahomet Founder of Islam by Draycott, Gladys M.