What is the ruling of Sharia on the continuation of a marriage when it has been impossible for the spouses – who reside in different countries – to meet for more than 6 years, and is it permissible for him to divorce her?
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It is the right of the wife upon her husband that he should not be absent from her for more than six months without a valid excuse. However, if she consents to his absence beyond this period, then there is no blame upon him, and he is not obligated to divorce her.
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