In a surprising move, Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the daughter of Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced her divorce from her husband on social media. The Instagram post, in which Sheikha Mahra invoked the controversial tactic of “triple repudiation” to announce the divorce, shocked many in the Arab world. The princess, known for her advocacy for women’s rights, received both support and confusion from followers.
While some speculated that Sheikha Mahra’s account may have been hacked, others praised her for making a bold decision despite her royal status. The royal family has not made an official statement regarding the divorce announcement. Sheikha Mahra married her husband last May and the couple had a daughter just two months ago.
Since the divorce post, photos of Sheikha Mahra with her husband have been removed from her Instagram account, and she is no longer visible on her husband’s social media. Sheikha Mahra, who has nearly half a million followers on Instagram, has been vocal about women’s rights in the UAE. Her mother, Zoe Grigorakos, is separated from the Dubai ruler.
The announcement of Sheikha Mahra’s divorce has created a buzz in the UAE and beyond as people discuss the implications of a royal figure publicly declaring the end of their marriage. Despite the controversy, Sheikha Mahra continues to advocate for issues important to her, including women’s empowerment.
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