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What is the ruling on one who participates in smuggling red mercury?

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The discussion has already covered smuggling in general, including the smuggling of red mercury and other substances. If this mercury is to be used in ways that are impermissible in Islamic law, such as harming Muslims, then it is not permissible to sell or buy it, let alone smuggle it.

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