forced marriage

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When AFP visited Ibrahim's set last year, he was filming season two of "Wata Shida", a series about a woman confronted with the prospect of a forced marriage.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Speaking against the proposals, Mohamed said he agreed there were health risks associated with first-cousin marriage and that forced marriage must be prevented.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2024

Survivors of forced marriage fear cases will remain underground, despite a new minimum-age law designed to crack down on children being married.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2024

His return to Italy on the murder charge underscores Italy’s resolve to prosecute those who violate Italian laws against forced marriage.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2023

Once rid of Cochise and out of the Hole with Slade and Elsie, he felt certain of his ability to save the girl from a forced marriage.

From Bloom of Cactus by Coleman, Ralph P. (Ralph Pallen)