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‘I Divorce You’: Dubai Princess’s Instagram Declaration Defies Custom

11/10/2024 Gloria John 375

Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Sheikha Mahra’s Bold Move

Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, daughter of Dubai’s ruler, made headlines by publicly declaring her intention to seek a divorce. In an unprecedented move, she declared her intent by writing, “I divorce you, I divorce you, and I divorce you,” on Instagram. This reference to the practice of triple talaq, typically initiated by men, challenges traditional norms. By taking this bold step, Sheikha Mahra highlighted issues of gender equality and personal freedom, drawing attention to the challenges faced by women in her society.