The daughter of Dubai's ruler, Sheikha Mahra Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recently made headlines with her announcement of divorce on Instagram after a year of marriage. She shared the news of her separation from industrialist Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum on her official Instagram account. This announcement came just two months after the couple welcomed a baby girl.
In her Instagram post, Sheikha Mahra used the traditional Islamic practice of triple talaq, where a Muslim man can divorce his wife by stating 'I divorce you' three times verbally. However, under Islamic law, triple talaq is not an option for women. Women seeking divorce must go through the formal process of khula, which involves submitting a request to a court with valid reasons for divorce proceedings.
Sheikha Mahra concluded her post with the words 'Take care / Your ex-wife,' signaling the end of their marriage. The announcement garnered an outpouring of support from her followers, with many praising her for standing up for herself and setting an example of empowerment.
Prior to the divorce announcement, Sheikha Mahra had shared a post featuring herself and her daughter with the caption 'Just the two of us.' As of now, neither Sheikha Mahra's family nor her husband has made any public statements regarding the news.
It is worth noting that this development highlights the importance of women asserting their rights and making decisions that align with their well-being and self-worth. The positive response from Sheikha Mahra's followers reflects a growing recognition of the significance of women taking charge of their own lives and choices.
