Laskar Jihad
Laskar Jihad (English: Warriors of Jihad ) was an Islamist and anti-Christian Indonesian militia, which was founded and led by Jafar Umar Thalib. At present, the militia is believed to have disbanded.
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| Leader | Jafar Umar Thalib |
| Dates of operation | 2000–2002 |
| Motives | To enforce Sharia law in Indonesia |
| Active regions | Indonesia |
| Ideology | Islamism Islamic fundamentalism Christophobia |
| Size | Estimated 3000 members (2002) |
| Battles and wars | Maluku sectarian conflict Poso riots |
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