Posted on Feb 18, 2021
Princess Latifa: What are women's rights in Dubai?
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The case of Princess Latifa has shocked the world.
She's the daughter of the ruler of Dubai. In secretly recorded videos shared with the BBC, the princess accused her father of having held her hostage in the city since she tried to flee in 2018, and said she feared for her life. The United Nations has since said it will question the United Arab Emirates (UAE) about her.
She isn't the only member of her family to flee the city. In June 2019 Princess Haya bint Hussein, the 45-year-old wife of Princess Latifa's father, fled to Germany and sought political asylum. Latifa's sister, Shamsa, also attempted to escape.
It's a disturbing story, with allegations of oppression, abuse and control against one of the Gulf's most powerful men.
But what about other women in Dubai and in the UAE more widely? How are their rights and opportunities determined by the men in their lives?
She's the daughter of the ruler of Dubai. In secretly recorded videos shared with the BBC, the princess accused her father of having held her hostage in the city since she tried to flee in 2018, and said she feared for her life. The United Nations has since said it will question the United Arab Emirates (UAE) about her.
She isn't the only member of her family to flee the city. In June 2019 Princess Haya bint Hussein, the 45-year-old wife of Princess Latifa's father, fled to Germany and sought political asylum. Latifa's sister, Shamsa, also attempted to escape.
It's a disturbing story, with allegations of oppression, abuse and control against one of the Gulf's most powerful men.
But what about other women in Dubai and in the UAE more widely? How are their rights and opportunities determined by the men in their lives?
Princess Latifa: What are women's rights in Dubai?
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I will not beat around the bush here, the root of these laws are based upon Sharia, and Islamic ideology. Yet when people point out the oppressive nature of Islam, they get called "Islamaphobes". Christianity and Judaism have their Issues, no doubt, but they are not nearly as oppressive Islam.
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CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana
Every religion has its nuances; however, what exactly does the Sharia Law stipulate, SSG Robert Perrotto? It will be invaluable to understand your opinion on this issue. Thanks.
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SSG Robert Perrotto
CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana - This may shed better light on the issue https://centerforinquiry.org/blog/islam-and-womens-rights/
Islam and Women’s Rights | Overcoming Inequality | Center for Inquiry
Religion in general and Islam in particular are women's enemy. Family law in these countries generally follows the prescriptions of Koran. Veiling (hijab), divorce laws, a very young legal age of marriage, and honor killing are all aspects of Islamic Shari'a.
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