Since 1996, the Taliban have created an environment of terror and disorder within the country of Afghanistan. Although terrorists in Afghanistan and the Islamic religion believe they are justified in their actions, it is clearly evident that terrorism must be stopped altogether. Defining the problemTerrorism is translated to mean "army in the shadows" and is defined as the threat or use of violence to obtain certain rewards or objectives (Dizionario.com, 2010). The first known terrorist organization similar to those of today were the Judean Zealots, formed when fanatics of the Jewish faith rebelled against Roman oppression. They carried out a clandestine campaign in which they murdered Roman occupying forces and Jews they believed had collaborated with the Romans. However, the first time the word “terrorism” was used was during the French Revolution, referred to as the “Reign of Terror.” During this period the Jacobins who then ruled violently sometimes called themselves "terrorists" (terrorism-research.com). Since then, there have been other leaders and power seekers who have used terrorism as a weapon. These include Russian dictator Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler, a man responsible for the murder of more than 6 million people. The Taliban themselves took control of Afghanistan in 1996 and remained in power until 2001. During this time, however, they were not accepted. by the world community because their policies were considered intolerable, especially regarding the treatment of women and support for terrorism. They were removed from power in 2001 by America when they refused to give up Al Quada leader Osama bin Laden, who they were protecting after the 9/11 attacks (for which they were responsible). Members of the Taliban were one of the mujahideen ("holy warriors" or "freedom fighters") groups formed during the war against the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan, led by a man named Mullah Muhammad Omar. During their time in power they imposed heavy restrictions on women, treating them more like objects than human beings. The Taliban also closely supported terrorism, as they allowed terrorist organizations to operate training camps in their territory and, from 1994 until shortly after the September 11 attacks, provided sanctuary and funding to Bin Laden and his Al-Quada organization. Although they were so harsh on the Afghan people, the Taliban still profited from smuggling operations (especially of electronic products) and opium cultivation.