Is it permissible for the imam of a mosque to annul the marriage contract of two women—one Muslim and the other Christian—who were mistreated by their Muslim husbands, given their unwillingness to present their case to the American judiciary due to the lack of official documents and the disparity in rulings?

Islamic centers in non-Muslim countries act as a substitute for Sharia courts in matters concerning Muslims. Therefore, there is no harm if the Imam of the center and his community look into the matter of these two women and rule according to what Sharia dictates. It is recommended to advise the two men and remind them of Allah, especially regarding their abandonment of prayer, as this is a grave and serious matter. He who neglects the right of the Creator cannot be expected to observe the rights of the creation.