Bahrain court rejects divorce request, orders woman to return to husband’s house

TDT | Manama  

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The High Appeals Court has dismissed the appeal of a woman who contested a court decision denying her divorce petition.

Additionally, the court has ruled in favour of her husband’s petition, instructing the woman to return to their marital home. The woman had approached the court, alleging that her husband had married another woman and failed to provide her with suitable housing.

However, after conducting an investigation, the court dismissed her claims, stating that the apartment she resided in was independent and adequate. Simultaneously, the husband had filed a counter-lawsuit requesting the woman’s return to their marital home.

In the trial held at the Court of First Instance, the wife’s lawsuit was rejected, with the court advising her to reconcile with her husband. In response, the woman challenged this decision in the appeals court. During the trial, the husband maintained that he had not harmed or disrespected his wife.

He expressed his willingness to welcome her back, extend forgiveness, and open the doors of their house to her. The appeals court ultimately denied the woman’s appeal, citing a lack of evidence supporting her claims. As a result, the previous court’s decision stands, and the woman is obligated to return to her marital home.