Iraq's parliament today passed several laws that critics say will effectively legalise child marriage for girls as young as nine. The amendments to Iraq's personal status law will give Islamic ...

Iraqi law currently sets 18 as the minimum age of marriage in most cases. The changes passed Tuesday would let clerics rule according to their interpretation of Islamic law, which some interpret to ...

Iraq’s parliament passed three divisive laws Tuesday, including amendments to the country’s personal status law that opponents say would in effect legalize child marriage. The amendments give ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Protesters gather to demonstrate against a proposed law to permit underage female marriage in Tahrir Square ...

A "sectarian" bill that could potentially legitimise child marriage in Iraq has passed into law reportedly without a vote in the parliament. The parliamentary website said "the proposal to amend ...

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – The Iraqi Parliament is set to meet on Tuesday to vote on an amendment to the general budget that pertains to resuming oil exports from Kurdistan. The primary agenda item for the ...

Actress Barkha Bisht commends her best friend Karan Veer Mehra for his genuine nature and resilience in Bigg Boss 18, hoping for his victory. She appreciates Karan's authenticity, stance on issues ...

Barkha Bisht is known for her bold and dark style. If you're looking to add a modern twist to your traditional silk saree, these stunning contrast blouse designs approved by Barkha will elevate your ...