A widow talking to her relatives

Q 3: What is the ruling on a widow who talks to her husband's relatives from behind a screen during her Hidad (prescribed mourning period during which a widow does not adorn herself and keeps to the home of her deceased husband)?

A: There is no problem if a woman observing Hidad talks to men, whether they are her relatives or not, in case there is a need through the phone or any other way. She should be fully covered in the presence of non-Mahrams (marriageable relatives). May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.