Anyone has regrets of giving full custody to father

While I understand the sentiment, aren't there any protections for you in the divorce? I'm so sorry. I do worry that if he was emotionally and physically abusive with you, that he won't be any different with your daughter. I'm not in Europe, so I don't really know or understand the laws there, so I don't have much input from that aspect. It is SO hard to leave abusive relationships, and even harder to be and feel completely stranded in a foreign place while doing so. You are so strong. I really hope that you can find some free or pro bono local resources or something to help you through this situation and very soon. Again, I am so incredibly sorry.

So sorry but actually in their country (depending where in the middle East) many men get rights to the baby by law. It's man's world in the middle east so to say! Even going to court over these things there may backfire on you. If you were in UK He would have to pay you support!! You'd have the rights, but if let's say your in India...then father always takes child. It's sad! Your situation does sound abusive and he'll take advantage of you in any way he can!! Let me guess his family is all for this too? I'm so sorry your in this situation and I absolutely think leaving your baby behind will eat you up inside!

If you got married in London, then the custody arrangement would be assigned to London Court primarily, only if you can take the child to London/state you were married and file for divorce there immediately once you arrive there. If he filed the divorce in the Middle East and you have not signed the divorce, then you can still file in London/if state married. State marriage occurred holds strongest in court. This is based off US courts. Good luck and prayers.