What is the Sharia ruling on a relative of mine taking possession of a part of abandoned and dilapidated public property in a foreign country, renovating it and making it his dwelling, with the knowledge of the official authorities who grant him a residency certificate and the necessary documents until he finds permanent housing?
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There is no harm in residing in non-Muslim countries if it is with the permission of the competent authorities, and on condition that the Muslim is able to observe the rituals of his religion and does not fear falling into the widespread sins there.
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