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How to pronounce jirga in American English
“jirga” pronunciation by American speakers
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“jirga” in real sentences — American speakers
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strongly by the loya jirga.
The Obama White House
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No women – Taliban not allow women to participate on that loya jirga leader event or
State Department
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