Resurgence of Dog Fights in Kabul Despite Past Ban

Dog fights, once banned under the Taliban for being un-Islamic, are regaining popularity in Kabul, with weekly events held in vacant car parks drawing crowds.

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Dog fights in Afghanistan were banned under the Taliban regime as un-Islamic but they are proving popular once again. Held in vacant car parks on a weekly basis, spectators place bets on the outcome of the matches which end as soon as one dog shows absolute domination. The main fighting season takes place over the winter months, starting in November. Duration: 00:43

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