Why Are Women Escaping Dubai?

Feb 16 2024 41 ep. 17 mins 5
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Shamsa. Latifa. Haya. -- Why do women risk their lives to flee the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum? #FreeLatifa #FreeShamsa

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