Osama bin Laden
F- Birthday
- March 10, 1957
- Age
- 68
- Height
- 6'5" (195 cm)
- Net Worth
- $25M
About
Osama bin Laden was the founder and first leader of al-Qaeda, a militant organization responsible for numerous terrorist attacks around the world. He was a key figure in the rise of Islamic extremism and the global jihadist movement. Bin Laden is best known for masterminding the September 11, 2001 attacks against the United States, which resulted in the deaths of thousands of people. He was killed in a U.S. raid on his compound in Pakistan in 2011.
Career Timeline
Funds Afghan Mujahideen
Bin Laden uses family wealth to support fighters against the Soviets.
Founds al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda is established to continue jihad after Soviet withdrawal.
Declares War on America
Bin Laden's rhetoric intensifies, targeting US military presence.
US Embassies Bombings
Al-Qaeda bombs US embassies in East Africa, escalating conflict.
Masterminds 9/11 Attacks
Al-Qaeda orchestrates attacks on US soil, resulting in global war.
Killed in US Raid
Bin Laden is killed by US forces in Pakistan, ending decade-long hunt.
