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In the Iraqi city of Mosul, the Islamic State has banned Backgammon and Dominoes, common after-dark leisure activities during Ramadan. Another game prohibited by the group for the Muslim holy month is Al Mahibs, a traditional activity in which teams line up and try to guess which one of their opponents is holding a ring.
According to a report by Hamrin News, in lieu of games the Islamic State is organizing wrestling matches and races.
[via Radio Free Europe]
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