What is the ruling if Khul' is expressed using the wording of Khul' without intending divorce?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Khul' (Redemption Divorce)

Book 38 · Issue 4 · Bab 1

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If the wording of Khul' is used without the intention of divorce, the validity depends on whether Khul' without compensation is valid. If it is deemed valid, the Khul' is effective here. If it is deemed invalid, nothing occurs.