Palestinian women in Gaza face legal hurdles in divorce struggles

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Palestinian women in Gaza are opting for quicker, rights-sacrificing divorces due to severe legal system delays caused by the ongoing war. Sohair al-Bordani, for example, relinquished her dowry and financial support to escape prolonged court battles for a court-ordered divorce. Despite efforts to maintain services, Gaza's religious courts operate with limited resources, forcing many women to abandon their legal claims for immediate separation.

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Amid legal struggles, Gaza women opt for quicker divorces, sacrificing rights to escape prolonged court battles.

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