In Herat, Afghanistan, 120 couples wed in a mass ceremony, receiving appliances valued at $1,460 each.

In Herat, Afghanistan, 120 couples participated in a mass wedding ceremony organized by a charity, receiving household appliances valued at about $1,460 each. This event, aimed at helping young people overcome economic hardships and high marriage costs, follows a similar ceremony in Sari Pul province. The Afghan caretaker government has encouraged avoiding excessive wedding expenses.

November 20, 2024
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