Countessmeout
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is this the first divorce that takes place in a muslim monarchy?
shame about what happened, but they still lasted married 16 years. given the 'rumours' and the king's health concerns, that probably all took its toll, but still 16 years is probably not bad for a couple who has so much responsibility and media attention.
i wonder what will happen now regarding salma's titles and also her representation. my guess is that we will still see some of her supporting her causes and that she will keep her titles.
Shocking news. I guess maybe because I haven't heard the 'rumors' about the king. Salma is an incredible representative for women in her country, and I do hope they find some way for her to continue doing so.
Certainly isn't the first divorce in a Muslim monarchy. Not even in the Moroccon royal family, though first I believe for a prince to be divorced. One of the king's sisters Meryam is divorced.
Jordan certainly has seen its share:
-King Hussein was divorced from his first 2 wives. Both were made princesses after divorce. Dina remarried and was unable to see her daughter for some time. Toni/Muna has remained in Jordan, and continues to do work with the charities she was involved in.
-his son Hamzah is divorced from his first wife- his wife was born a Princess, she simply reverted back to her original name
-Faisal has been divorced twice
I know the current ruler of Saudi Arabia has been divorced at least once.
Hopefully we will see the same as in Jordan, with Muna that she be allowed to continue a roll with her charities and promoting her work. At least as long as she doesn't remarry.