In Jordan and Lebanon , the children of women married to foreigners are denied citizenship . Comment: Neighboring countries have reformed similar laws over the past decade . A year ago , campaigners handed a draft law to Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati , and in March the issue was addressed by Cabinet for the first time , with a ministerial committee formed . Politicians say changing the laws will create issues with refugee populations .
In Jordan and Lebanon , the children of women married to foreigners are denied citizenship . Comment: Neighboring countries have reformed similar laws over the past decade . Politicians say changing the laws will create issues with refugee populations .