In recent weeks, social media has seen a rise in cases where divorced spouses publicly expose each other’s faults, private matters, or personal stories. Addressing this issue, Dar Al-Iftaa affirmed that such behavior is strictly forbidden in Islamic law and punishable under civil law, whether during marriage or after separation.

The fatwa explained that disclosing private details without legitimate necessity contradicts the Islamic principle of maintaining dignity and respecting privacy, especially following divorce where good conduct remains a duty. This act is classified as "backbiting," which includes mentioning someone with what they dislike through speech, writing, or even gestures.

The institution further emphasized that attributing things that are untrue constitutes "slander," an even more severe offense that combines lying with harm. Citing Qur'anic teachings, Dar Al-Iftaa highlighted the grave warning against backbiting, likening it to eating the flesh of one’s deceased brother.

The statement urged individuals to uphold moral conduct, preserve personal boundaries, and refrain from using social platforms to harm others or violate their privacy after divorce.