Hamas organizes collective wedding for 100 couples, but no brides in front

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Hamas organizes collective wedding for 100 couples, but no brides in front
FROM ASSOCIATEDPRESS.COM:
The Associated Press Published: October 25, 2007
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip:
The Islamic rulers of Gaza organized a collective wedding party Thursday for 100 couples, distributing almost a month's salary on grooms who celebrated without their brides in observance of Islamic law.
The party, sponsored by the head of the Hamas government, featured a band of drummers, Islamic songs and chocolate bars. About 2,000 relatives attended the party, including the brides, who sat in the audience.
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