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Syria: Wives of the Missing Push for Legal Reform
The push for legal reform in Syria reflects broader trends in women's rights, but significant obstacles remain due to entrenched patriarchal laws.
In Syria, decades-old family laws disproportionately affect women and children, denying them rights related to custody and inheritance, as these matters are resolved by male relatives. The ongoing advocacy for legal reform raises questions about the country's movement toward greater gender equality amid a challenging socio-legal landscape.
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