The Ruling on Requesting Divorce Due to the Husband's Inability to Have Children

Question
A woman has been married for fifteen years and has not had any children. She has tried IVF, but the problem lies with her husband and there is no solution. Is she sinful if she requests a divorce for this reason, as she wants to be a mother?
Answer
I say, and with God's help: this is her right, and there is no sin on her for requesting a divorce, but she should reflect on whether a good marriage opportunity may come to her, and God knows best.
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