Does the wife deserve alimony if she disobeys her husband's orders and refuses to live with him? And must the husband fulfill his promise to buy an apartment for the wife in Alexandria if its price exceeds his financial capabilities? And what is the optimal solution to this problem?

A woman resides where her husband resides, and she is not permitted to refuse to move with him unless she stipulated before marriage that she would reside in her home or her country. If she did not stipulate this, then it is obligatory for her to obey you in moving with you; otherwise, she is disobedient (nashiz) and you may cease to spend on her, unless she is pregnant. You are not obligated to fulfill a promise to buy an apartment for your wife or to transfer its ownership to her. It is advisable to reach an understanding with your wife and explain her duty of obedience and living together amicably. Do not consider divorce as long as you are able to endure the situation without harm, due to the severe consequences it entails.