Published On: Wed, Jan 22nd, 2025

Critics say new bill passed by Iraqi lawmakers opens door to child marriage

A woman chants at a protest.

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.

CBC | World News

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Critics say new bill passed by Iraqi lawmakers opens door to child marriage