What or who are the cicones?

The Cicones are a group mentioned in Homer's "Odyssey." They inhabit the city of Ismarus and are known for their conflict with Odysseus and his men, who raid their land after the Trojan War. The encounter results in a fierce battle, with the Cicones ultimately defeating Odysseus's crew after they overstayed their welcome. This episode illustrates themes of hubris and the consequences of greed in the epic.