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Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say

Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say

Summary

The ex-wife of a nephew of Dubai’s ruler has been detained by authorities after her former husband accused her of abducting their three children during a court-approved visitation. The case involves ongoing legal proceedings focused on the children’s custody, and the woman’s family had reported her missing for almost two days before her detention was confirmed.

Key Facts

  • The woman detained is Zenab Javadli, ex-wife of Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
  • Sheikh Saeed is a nephew of Dubai’s ruler.
  • The husband accused Javadli of kidnapping their three children during a court-approved visit.
  • Javadli had lost contact with her family and friends for nearly two days.
  • She had livestreamed a previous dispute and faced possible charges for online crimes.
  • Lawyers for the husband claim Javadli was an unfit mother, citing school absences and poor living conditions.
  • Dubai Public Prosecution said the case is under investigation and ongoing legal action.
  • British human rights lawyer David Haigh spoke for Javadli, calling for her release and legal support.
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