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Kites Return To The Skies Of Lahore After A 19-Year Ban

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty [Unofficial] February 9, 2026
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Kites have once again filled the skies of the Pakistani city of Lahore after a 19-year ban. Markets sold thousands of handmade kites in the colors of spring flowers to eager flyers who often compete in aerial "battles" by trying to slice rivals' kite strings.

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