What is the ruling on a woman traveling with her daughter from a previous husband, accompanied by her new husband, to another country, where the father may not be able to see his daughter, knowing that he originally does not inquire about her or provide for her?
If the mother marries, her right to custody is forfeited and transfers to the next deserving person. If there is no deserving custodian or if they relinquish their right, the child remains with the mother. The default is for the place of custody to be in the father's country due to his right to visitation and supervision over the upbringing. Given the unclear circumstances of the father and the potential impact of travel on the daughter, it is advisable to consult a Sharia court or seek a fatwa from a local scholar.
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