Is it permissible to take out a usurious loan from banks in America to buy a house, knowing that this is the only way to get rid of exorbitant rent and maintain government assistance, and given the inability to live stably in any Arab country?
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Borrowing with usury is forbidden. Only necessity permits it, and renting accommodation negates this necessity unless the tenant experiences severe hardship. Residing in Western countries is perilous for a Muslim's faith and morals, and it may lead to deviation and apostasy from their religion.
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