British Teen Faces 20 Years in Dubai Prison for Relationship with 17-Year-Old
Marcus Fakana, an 18-year-old Briton, faces a potential 20-year prison sentence in Dubai for having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl while on holiday. The case has attracted significant attention, raising questions about the differences in legal standards between the UK and the UAE regarding consensual relationships. Human rights campaigner Radha Stirling advocates for Fakana, emphasizing the trauma for the family and the confusion surrounding age-related legal implications in the UAE.