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The Guardian
Taliban marriage law's harsh impact
Women in Afghanistan face severe restrictions on ending marriages under Taliban rule. A new decree issued in April 2026 limits divorce options to 12 grounds, all heavily controlled by male consent, and legalizes child marriage. Women suffering from abuse or neglect are often unable to seek divorce without their husband's approval, leaving many trapped in harmful relationships, as illustrated by cases of women unable to escape abusive or forced marriages.
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