Is a wife, whose husband has been absent from her for ten years, and has ceased to provide for her and married in another country without her knowledge, still lawful for him?

The prolonged absence of a husband, no matter how long, does not constitute divorce or prohibition. However, a wife has the right that her husband should not be absent from her for more than six months without a valid excuse, and she is entitled to her maintenance from him. If the husband does not divorce her, the marital bond remains. The preferred approach is to maintain togetherness and a good marital relationship, even if it means her waiving some of her rights. If a good marital relationship becomes impossible, then there is no blame upon her for seeking a divorce.