Iraq passes laws that critics say will allow child marriage
Proponents of the amendments – described by activists as ‘disastrous’ – say they align with Islamic principles
Iraq’s parliament has passed amendments to the country’s personal status law that opponents say would in effect legalise child marriage.
The amendments give Islamic courts increased authority over family matters, including marriage, divorce and inheritance. Activists argue that this undermines Iraq’s 1959 Personal Status Law, which unified family law and established safeguards for women.
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