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Osama bin Laden was a rogue bull elephant named after the notorious terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. He was responsible for at least 27 deaths and the destruction of property in the jungled Sonitpur district of the Indian state of Assam. After a two-year rampage from 2004 to 2006, the elephant was eventually shot, though some were doubtful that the correct animal had been killed. Attacks Osama bin Laden was a rogue bull elephant active in the Indian state of Assam, in the vicinity of Behali, near Tezpur. The state capital, Guwahati, is southwest of Behali. The province has an estimated population of 5,300 Asiatic elephants. The elephant was mockingly named after the terrorist Osama bin Laden. At the time of the attacks, the elephant was thought to be between 45 and 50 years old. He measured between tall. He was given the status of a "rogue" elephant in the summer of 2006 after his death toll reached double-digit figures. The elephant was said not to fear firecrackers or fire. During his attacks, he killed 27 people in the state of Assam, including 14 during the six months preceding his death.

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Notable quotes

“What I know is that those who risked their lives to earn the pleasure of God are real men. They managed to rid the Islamic nation of disgrace. We hold them in the highest esteem.”
— In response to the interviewer stating: 'Do you know the men who have been arrested for these attacks?'
“As for those who condemned these operations looked at the event [ 9/11] in isolation and failed to connect them to past events and did not look at the causes that lead to this result. So their point of view is narrow.”
— Al - Jazeera Broadcast Tape - On 9/11 and the American reaction (The date of this tape is not provided, though it seems to be 2002 or 2003, but could be as early as October 2001.)
“I tell you, freedom and human rights in America are doomed. The U.S. government will lead the American people in — and the West in general — into an unbearable hell and a choking life.”
— Al-Jazeera interview, (21 October 2001), as reported in "Bin Laden's sole post-September 11 TV interview aired" CNN (31 January 2002).
“These Jews are masters of usury and leaders in treachery. They will leave you nothing, either in this world or the next.”
— As quoted in Messages to the World (2005), by Bruce Lawrence, p. 190. Also from 53-minute audiotape that "was circulated on various websites" dated February 14, 2003. "Among a Band of Knights".
“Every Muslim, from the moment they realize the distinction in their hearts, hates Americans, hates Jews and hates Christians. For as long as I can remember, I have felt tormented and at war, and have felt hatred and animosity for Americans.”
— As quoted in Messages to the World: The Statements of Osama bin Laden (2005) by Bruce Lawrence
“The pieces of the bodies of infidels were flying like dust particles. If you would have seen it with your own eyes, you would have been very pleased, and your heart would have been filled with joy.”
— As quoted in "The Most Wanted Man in the World" (16 September 2001), Time magazine profile.

Quotes via Wikiquote (CC BY-SA), each with its original source.

Overview

Osama bin Laden was a rogue bull elephant named after the notorious terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. He was responsible for at least 27 deaths and the destruction of property in the jungled Sonitpur district of the Indian state of Assam. After a two-year rampage from 2004 to 2006, the elephant was eventually shot, though some were doubtful that the correct animal had been killed. Attacks Osama bin Laden was a rogue bull elephant active in the Indian state of Assam, in the vicinity of Behali, near Tezpur. The state capital, Guwahati, is southwest of Behali. The province has an estimated population of 5,300 Asiatic elephants. The elephant was mockingly named after the terrorist Osama bin Laden. At the time of the attacks, the elephant was thought to be between 45 and 50 years old. He measured between tall. He was given the status of a "rogue" elephant in the summer of 2006 after his death toll reached double-digit figures. The elephant was said not to fear firecrackers or fire. During his attacks, he killed 27 people in the state of Assam, including 14 during the six months preceding his death.

From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Osama bin Laden was a rogue bull elephant named after the notorious terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. He was responsible for at least 27 deaths and the destruction of property in the jungled Sonitpur district of the Indian state of Assam. After a two-year rampage from 2004 to 2006, the elephant was eventually shot, though some were doubtful that the correct animal had been killed.

Not who you're looking for? Others named Osama bin Laden: Saudi terrorist and co-founder of al-Qaeda (1957–2011)

Notable quotes

“What I know is that those who risked their lives to earn the pleasure of God are real men. They managed to rid the Islamic nation of disgrace. We hold them in the highest esteem.”
— In response to the interviewer stating: 'Do you know the men who have been arrested for these attacks?'
“As for those who condemned these operations looked at the event [ 9/11] in isolation and failed to connect them to past events and did not look at the causes that lead to this result. So their point of view is narrow.”
— Al - Jazeera Broadcast Tape - On 9/11 and the American reaction (The date of this tape is not provided, though it seems to be 2002 or 2003, but could be as early as October 2001.)
“I tell you, freedom and human rights in America are doomed. The U.S. government will lead the American people in — and the West in general — into an unbearable hell and a choking life.”
— Al-Jazeera interview, (21 October 2001), as reported in "Bin Laden's sole post-September 11 TV interview aired" CNN (31 January 2002).
“These Jews are masters of usury and leaders in treachery. They will leave you nothing, either in this world or the next.”
— As quoted in Messages to the World (2005), by Bruce Lawrence, p. 190. Also from 53-minute audiotape that "was circulated on various websites" dated February 14, 2003. "Among a Band of Knights".
“Every Muslim, from the moment they realize the distinction in their hearts, hates Americans, hates Jews and hates Christians. For as long as I can remember, I have felt tormented and at war, and have felt hatred and animosity for Americans.”
— As quoted in Messages to the World: The Statements of Osama bin Laden (2005) by Bruce Lawrence
“The pieces of the bodies of infidels were flying like dust particles. If you would have seen it with your own eyes, you would have been very pleased, and your heart would have been filled with joy.”
— As quoted in "The Most Wanted Man in the World" (16 September 2001), Time magazine profile.

Quotes via Wikiquote (CC BY-SA), each with its original source.

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